Cloud & Integration Architect

Locations: New York, NY / Alpharetta GA (Hybrid)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Architect to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in designing, developing, and implementing end-to-end IT solutions using modern technology stacks including Kubernetes, Kafka, Solr, Apigee, and BPM platforms. The candidate will play a pivotal role in analyzing business requirements, architecting robust solutions, and documenting best practices to ensure scalable, secure, and efficient technology implementations across the organization.

About Us

Our client is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. We advise, originate, trade, manage and distribute capital for governments, institutions and individuals. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. We provide you a superior foundation for building a professional career where you can learn, achieve and grow.

Technology/Role/Department:

Technology is the key differentiator that ensures that we manage our global businesses and serve clients on a market leading platform that is resilient, safe, efficient, smart, fast and flexible. Technology redefines how we do business in global, complex and dynamic financial markets. We have a large number of award winning technology platforms that help to propel our Firm’s businesses to be the top in the market. Our India technology teams are based in Mumbai and Bengaluru. We have built strong techno-functional teams which partner with our offices globally taking global ownership of systems and products. We have a vibrant and diverse mix of technologists working on different technologies and functional domains. There is a large focus on innovation, inclusion, giving back to the community and sharing knowledge.

Job Summary:

The Solution Architect is responsible for designing comprehensive IT solutions that address business needs, integrating multiple technologies, and ensuring consistency with enterprise architecture standards. They will lead the analysis of process and application flows, contribute to architectural strategy, and create detailed documentation for best practices and solution patterns.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop end-to-end IT solutions by integrating diverse technologies and platforms.

- Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable architecture designs.

- Map and document end-to-end solution flows, identifying gaps and optimization opportunities.

- Define and document best practices, standards, and guidelines for technology adoption, implementation, and maintenance.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including development, operations, and business stakeholders.

- Lead architectural reviews, risk assessments, and impact analyses for new and existing solutions.

- Ensure solutions adhere to security, compliance, and performance standards.

- Provide mentorship and guidance on technology stacks such as Kubernetes, Kafka, Solar, Apigee, and BPM.

- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.

Technical Skills

- Proven experience designing and deploying solutions using Kubernetes for container orchestration and microservices.

- Hands-on expertise with event streaming and messaging using Kafka.

- Experience implementing search platforms such as Solar.

- Proficiency in designing and managing API gateways, preferably Apigee.

- In-depth knowledge of Business Process Management (BPM) platforms and workflow automation.

- Strong background in system integration, cloud architectures, and DevOps practices.

- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automated testing frameworks.

- Ability to create comprehensive architectural documentation, diagrams, and best practice guides.

Preferred Skills

- Experience with cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures.

- Working knowledge of security best practices for distributed systems.

- Exposure to Agile methodologies and cross-functional project leadership.

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

- Professional certifications related to architecture, Kubernetes, Kafka, or cloud platforms are a plus.

Life at Capgemini:

Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer: 
•    Flexible work 
•    Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs
•    Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
•    Paid time off and paid holidays 
•    Paid parental leave
•    Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
•    Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring
•    Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
•    Employee Resource Groups 
•    Disaster Relief 

Disclaimer:

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship.

Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

Salary Transparency:

Capgemini discloses salary range information in compliance with state and local pay transparency obligations. The disclosed range represents the lowest to the highest salary we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting, although we may ultimately pay more or less than the disclosed range, and the range may be modified in the future. The disclosed range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, geographic location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. At Capgemini, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. The base salary range for the tagged location is $130,000  - $160,000/ yearly.

This role may be eligible for other compensation including variable compensation, bonus, or commission. Full time regular employees are eligible for paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.