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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Solutions Architect - **Company:** Zions Bancorporation - **Location:** Cottonwood Heights, UT, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, IT Management, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Virtualization Technology, Agentic-AI, Togaf, Information Technology, Api Management - **Published:** October 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-solutions-architect-midvale-ut--7a077780-dec8-4b1b-8d23-cc2153a696b4 ## About the Role Technical Operations, Enterprise Architecture, Team Player, Business Solutions, Banking Services, Technical Strategy, Information Technology & Information Systems, Software Engineering, Architectural Services, Product Lifecycle, * Possess strong hands-on expertise across multiple technical fields or has advanced from traditional development roles into architecture or leadership * Solid experience with multiple modern languages, patterns and technologies such as python, java, integration fabric, cloud computing, IaC, CI/CD, automated testing, virtualization/containers, API management, messaging/streaming, Gen/Agentic AI, etc. * Strong problem resolution, analysis and trouble shooting skills related to information architecture concepts that enable well architected and integrated transactional, analytical, and collaborative systems * Leverage systems-thinking to ensure breadth and depth of architectures * Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills * Excellence in written, verbal and presentation skills when working with business leaders, project management, and technical experts at all levels * Listen actively, resolve conflicts, negotiate, and lead business leaders and project teams toward optimal outcomes through collaboration * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Technology Management, or a related field, plus more than five years in architecture or IT leadership within highly regulated industries. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered Nice to Have Experience: * Experience in banking or other financial services sectors * Experience in marketing, investment services, banking service fulfillment, or call center and customer service * Experience migrating on-premises system to the cloud * Knowledge of core banking systems such as TCS BaNCS, FIS, Fiserv, and ACI Worldwide * Working understanding and certifications in related frameworks such as TOGAF and BIAN * Use of EA repository software (BizzDesign, Orbus, etc.) Location: This position is hybrid work from home schedule with a minimum of three days per week in the office at the new Zions Technology Center in Midvale, UT. ## Description * Develop and nurture strong, trusted relationships with key business and technology stakeholders * Work closely with the product owners and product managers to ensure a robust architectural runway that can support future business requirements throughout the product life cycle * Support product managers in end-of-life product decisions to maintain, refresh or retire services or systems, including applications, technologies, processes and information * Represent IT at project inception and assist in creation of business cases and the preparation of project funding proposals - including TCO * Offer technical guidance on initiatives, helping select and guide the implementation of appropriate technologies * Take part in strategic planning sessions for both business and technology, and help create roadmaps for business and technical capabilities * Architecture and Governance: * Translate business and technical requirements into an architectural solution to achieve business objectives with consideration of business drivers and capabilities * Promote straightforward, standardized, scalable, and automated solutions guided by Zions' philosophy and architectural principles * Define principles, architecture patterns and standards to ensure solution decisions are aligned with the enterprise's future-state architecture vision * Create architectural solutions to guide and contextualize solution designs/development across products, services, projects and systems * Develop future state roadmaps for products and technologies that align to and enable business objectives * Assist Business Analysts and System Owners in defining technology and non-functional requirements for solutions * Leadership and EA Practice: * Keep up to date on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices * Mentor others in Architecture thinking * Champion and enable innovation and AI