Description

Summary:

Will be responsible for driving innovation initiatives, designing cutting-edge technology solutions, and creating a roadmap for leveraging new technologies to enhance our service offerings. This role requires a deep understanding of the financial services landscape, emerging technologies, and a passion for fostering a culture of innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of the innovation strategy aligned with the organization’s business goals and market trends in financial services.
• Identify opportunities for innovation within existing processes, products, and services to enhance customer experiences and operational efficiency.
•  Evaluate emerging technologies (e.g., blockchain, AI, machine learning, fintech solutions) and assess their potential impact on financial services.
• Lead the development of prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions to validate new ideas and technologies.
• Design and architect innovative technology solutions that address business challenges and leverage new market opportunities.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, industry experts, and technology partners, to gather insights and feedback on innovation efforts.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, threats, and opportunities in the financial services industry.
• Stay informed on industry regulations and standards to ensure compliance in innovation initiatives.
• Design and architect innovative technology solutions that address business challenges and leverage new market opportunities.
• Utilize agile methodologies to iterate on designs and gather user feedback to refine solutions.
• Develop strategies for change management to facilitate the adoption of innovative solutions within the organization.
• Provide training and support to teams to ensure successful implementation and utilization of new technologies.
• Establish metrics to evaluate the success of innovation initiatives and their impact on business objectives.
• Prepare and present reports to senior leadership on innovation progress, challenges, and opportunities.
• Develop and refine frameworks, tools, processes, and best practices to drive and enable innovation efforts across the organization
• Champion a culture of innovation and forward thinking, educating teams about new possibilities and bring an “art of the possible” mindset to problem-solving
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in technology architecture, innovation management.
• Proven ability to evaluate and translate innovative ideas into actionable opportunities with meaningful results
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to independently lead cross-functional initiatives from concept to execution

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of financial services products, processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing innovative technology solutions.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced dynamic environment – able to manage multiple priorities and create / drive workplans proactively
• Clear, structured verbal and written communication skills, with experience messaging to technical, non-technical, and executive audiences
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Experience in cloud, programming, machine learning, vendor technical evaluations, emerging technology, and data platforms.
• Knowledge of fintech innovations and emerging technologies applicable to financial services.
• Experience with agile methodologies and project management frameworks.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, ITIL, or similar) are a plus.
• Ability to connect technical decisions to organizational impact with a track-record of attaining buy-in for ideas and approach
• Demonstrated success building frameworks, tools, or processes to evaluate complex problems and/or make strategic decisions
• Deep curiosity and learning mindset; stays up to date on technology trends and can connect dots across industries

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type:

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds:  in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Compensation Range:

The compensation range represents the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance.  Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan.  In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). 

Huntington is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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