Cloud Architect - Banking / Capital Markets

As a Cloud Architect at Capco, your primary responsibilities include designing and implementing secure and scalable cloud architectures, collaborating with stakeholders to define specific cloud requirements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and leading technical teams in cloud projects. You will also present architectural designs and progress updates to various stakeholders, making an impactful contribution to our projects in the banking and capital markets sectors.

To qualify for the Cloud Architect role at Capco, candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in cloud architecture, a deep understanding of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and experience in the banking or capital markets domain. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems is required, while a Master's degree is preferred. Proficiency in cloud-native technologies and familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation are also essential.

Capco values candidates with extensive knowledge of cloud platforms, particularly AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Proficiency in these platforms is vital for a Cloud Architect, as the role entails designing cloud systems aligned with client needs while leveraging best practices for security and scalability.

At Capco, professional growth is a priority. Cloud Architects benefit from a culture that emphasizes rapid learning and mentorship opportunities. With minimal bureaucracy, you'll have the chance to take on challenging projects, gain diverse experience, and advance quickly in your career, all while contributing to innovative solutions in the financial services space.

The salary range for the Cloud Architect position at Capco in New York is between $151,000 and $190,000 USD, based on experience and qualifications. In addition to competitive compensation, Capco offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you've designed or implemented cloud solutions for banking systems. Highlight your understanding of core banking systems like Fiserv or Hogan, and how your work contributed to enhancing system performance or security.

In your response, outline your process for assessing business requirements, selecting the right cloud services, and ensuring system scalability. Provide examples from your past work, showcasing your ability to maintain performance under varying loads.

Discuss your experience with technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, and serverless computing. Relate how you've utilized these tools in previous roles to improve deployment efficiency or system management.

Describe your familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements, and how you apply best practices for cloud security. Offer examples of security protocols you've implemented in past projects and how they aligned with organizational policies.

Explain your use of Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation in automating cloud system deployments. Share any specific instances where these tools streamlined your processes or enhanced system reliability.

Provide insights into your communication strategies and tools used to collaborate effectively with development, operations, and business teams. Share examples of successful collaboration that have led to project success.

Discuss your analytical approach to troubleshooting issues in cloud systems. Provide examples of challenges faced, innovative solutions developed, and the impact of those solutions on project outcomes.

Prepare to share a detailed overview of a specific project that highlights your leadership skills. Discuss the project's objectives, your role, the technologies used, and the results achieved.

Highlight your commitment to continuous learning through industry conferences, certifications, webinars, or professional networks. Detail any recent developments you've incorporated into your work.

Reflect on Capco's unique approach to consulting and technology implementation in financial services. Discuss the value of innovation, adaptability, and collaboration that Capco offers to its clients and how you would contribute to that culture.