Solutions Architect (MDM)

Overview

This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following locations : NC, FL, AZ, GA, TX, VA, SC, WV, PA, OH

We are seeking an experienced Senior Informatica SaaS Architect to lead the design and architecture of our master data (MDM) solutions using Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC). The ideal candidate will play a critical role in shaping our cloud-first data integration strategy, optimizing data flows across systems and networks; enabling scalable, secure and efficient enterprise data solutions.

The role requires deep hands-on expertise with Informatica SaaS tools including Data Integration, MDM, Cloud Application Integration, API Management, and Data Quality, as well as experience with broader enterprise cloud ecosystems (AWS and hybrid environments.) May oversee the work of less experienced analysts or assist in special projects as needed.

Responsibilities

Lead the architecture and implementation of enterprise-grade integration and MDM solutions using Informatica IDMC. Provide architecture guidance for Informatica 360 solutions enabling orchestration of golden record management strategies. Performs a variety of actions that evaluate and improve department systems, processes, and applications. Provides new feature time estimates for system changes and assists in implementing modifications.

Develop target-state and transitional architectures aligned to business and data strategy. Support the team with data related user requests and determines scope, time estimates, and system impacts. Inspects business specifications, programming specifications, coding, test plans, documentation, and implementation plans for accuracy.

Partner with business and technology stakeholders to design scalable and reusable data services, APIs, and integration patterns. Provides technical support to production systems by addressing reported issues, anticipating maintenance requirements, and ensuring functionality for end user needs. Drafts documentation to be used for system, end user, and operational purposes, including technical specifications and application designs.

Responsible for complex involvement in the software development life cycle including the creation, enhancement, implementation, and evaluation of solutions and software. Define and implement best practices for metadata management, data quality, lineage across the master data lifecycle. Ensure high availability, performance, security, and compliance of IDME MDM solutions within multi-cloud or hybrid environments. Lead proof-of-concepts, technical evaluations, and architecture reviews. Support Informatica upgrades, developers, and operations teams in adopting Informatica SaaS capabilities effectively.

Serves as a technical resource for management, associates, and business units. May require 24 / 7 on-call support via rotations

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience in Software application development OR High School Diploma or GED and 12 years of experience in Software application development

Preferred

8-12+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture, integration and related domains.

5+ years of hands-on experience architecting and implementing solutions using Informatica Cloud / IDMC, including :

Data Integration (IICS)

Cloud Applicatio Integration (CAI)

Master Data Management (MDM SaaS or 360 series)

API Manager / Informatica Process Designer

Informatica Data Quality and Governance Tools

Experience in REST APIs, messaging Patterns (Kafka, JMS), and event-driven architectures.

Expertise in securing data pipelines, data masking, encryption, and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA).

Experience integrating Informatica with platforms such as Salesforce, Workday, Snowflake, Azure.

Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks and microservices principles.

Informatica Certified Cloud Architect or MDM certifications.

Experience with multi-domain MDM, hierarchy management, survivorship, and match / merge logic.

Familiarity with Agile / DevOps environments, CI / CD pipelines, and version control practices.

Competencies

Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present to senior leadership.

Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.

Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https : / / jobs.firstcitizens.com / benefits.

Company Description :

Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens Bank serves customers in 18 states and the District of Columbia. For over 100 years, customers have trusted First Citizens with their money … and their futures. Today, First Citizens is the largest family-controlled bank in the nation and the sixth-largest bank franchise headquartered in the Southeast with more than $30 billion in assets. We employ more than 6,000 associates who are focused on helping our customers achieve a lifetime of success. First Citizens operates more than 570 branches in Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Maryland, New Mexico, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and West Virginia.

First Citizens Bank. Forever First®. Member FDIC.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran

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