AI Solution Architect- BFSI

Role Description

The AI  Solution Architect will lead the technical solutioning of strategic deals in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. This role is designed for seasoned professionals with 15+ years of experience in solution architecture with AI, who possess deep domain expertise and a proven track record of architecting complex, high-value solutions. The architect will work closely with client Enterprise Architecture (EA) teams, translating business requirements into innovative, scalable, and compliant technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

·       Lead Solution Architecture: Architect and deliver end-to-end solutions for large-scale transformation programs in BFSI, including core system modernization, digital onboarding, customer experience, payments, claims, underwriting, and regulatory compliance.

·       Engagement: Collaborate with sales and bid teams to create compelling proposals, presentations, and RFP responses. Provide technical leadership throughout the deal lifecycle, including solution workshops, estimations, and client presentations.

·       Client Collaboration: Engage directly with client EA teams to understand business and technical requirements, co-create solution roadmaps, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards and strategic objectives.

·       Technology Integration: Stay current with emerging technologies (cloud, AI/ML, microservices, DevOps, security) and integrate them into BFSI solution strategies.

·       Risk & Compliance: Ensure technical integrity, risk mitigation, and compliance with BFSI industry regulations (e.g., RBI, IRDAI, GDPR) and security standards.

·       Stakeholder Communication: Articulate solution value and technical concepts to senior stakeholders, including CIOs, CTOs, and business heads, with clarity and confidence.

Ideal Candidate

·       Experience: 15+ years in solution architecture, with a significant portion in AI roles for BFSI clients.

·       Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of BFSI business processes, regulatory requirements, and technology trends.

·       Technical Leadership: Proven ability to architect complex solutions leveraging cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), AI/ML, microservices, and DevOps practices.

·       AI Excellence: Demonstrated success in technical Solutioning, proposal creation, estimations, and client workshops.

·       Collaboration: Experience working closely with client EA teams and internal technical teams.

·       Communication: Exceptional presentation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Skills

·       Experience with integration patterns, legacy modernization, and digital transformation in BFSI.

·       Knowledge of compliance frameworks and security standards relevant to financial services.

·       Track record of successful solution delivery and client satisfaction in BFSI projects.