Cloud Integration Architect - Senior Manager - 65300811

Cognizant; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Sr. Functional Architect to design and implement scalable solutions integrating AWS Cloud and IBM Sterling B2B in the Cards and Payments domain. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to align architectures with business objectives. Candidates should have 14–18 years of IT architecture experience and strong expertise in the Cards and Payments sector. This position offers a hybrid work model, with a salary range of $135,000 - $160,000.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 14–18 years of experience in IT architecture.
• Proven expertise in the Cards and Payments domain.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement functional architectures aligned with business goals.
• Integrate AWS Cloud with IBM Sterling B2B.
• Analyze business requirements to develop innovative architectural solutions.

Skills

IT architecture

AWS Cloud

IBM Sterling B2B

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Job description

About the role

As a Sr. Functional Architect, you will make an impact by designing and implementing robust, scalable solutions that integrate AWS Cloud and IBM Sterling B2B technologies within the Cards and Payments domain. You will be a valued member of the team, collaborating with stakeholders and cross-functional groups to deliver secure, compliant, and high-performing architectures that align with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement functional architectures aligned with business goals.
• Integrate AWS Cloud with IBM Sterling B2B for seamless data flow.
• Analyze business requirements in the Cards & Payments domain to develop innovative and efficient architectural solutions.
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements to optimize efficiency and reliability.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of architectural designs and system configurations.
• Review existing architectures to identify improvement opportunities.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Plano, TX. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Qualifications

• 14–18 years of experience in IT architecture, with a focus on AWS Cloud and IBM Sterling B2B.
• Proven expertise in the Cards and Payments domain; familiarity with Asset & Wealth Management is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a track record of innovative solution design.
• Effective communicator with strong collaboration skills across technical and business teams.

Salary and Benefits

Applications will be accepted until 09/20/2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $135,000 - $160,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.