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Senior Enterprise ATM Architect / Cloud Solutions Architect

BC Forward

Charlotte, NC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70–$70.23 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
ATM, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Best Practices, Business Growth, Business Solutions, Channel Strategies, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cost Control, Customer Experience, Diebold, Distributed Computing, Diversity, Ecosystems, Enterprise Architecture, Finance, Financial Services, Fortune 500 Customers, Global Financial Markets, Government, High Availability, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Information Technology Consulting, Investment Strategy, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Software Engineering, Standards Strategy, TOGAF - The Open Group Architecture Framework, Technical Strategy, Transaction Processing/Management, Vehicle Fleets, Vendor/Supplier Planning
LOCATION
Charlotte, NC
POSTED
14 days ago
Job Title: Application Architect IIILocation: Charlotte, NC / Plano, TX (Hybrid, onsite day 1; minimum 3 days per week)Duration: Contract - 12 months (potential contract-to-hire; no sponsorship now or in the future)Pay Range:Charlotte, NC - $70.23/hr (W2) / Plano, TX - $73.67/hrJob ID: 399721Start: August or soonerInterviews: Two rounds, video requiredVerification: Glider ID verificationAbout BCforwardBCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.Job DescriptionWe are seeking an Application Architect III to provide enterprise-level leadership for ATM platforms within a global financial institution. The architect will define long-term ATM channel strategy, target state architecture, and multiyear roadmaps aligned to business growth, cost optimization, risk management, and customer experience goals. The role guides modernization of ATM ecosystems, balancing legacy platform stability with innovation while ensuring resilience, security, and regulatory compliance. The architect will act as a trusted advisor to senior technology and business leaders, driving standardization, vendor strategy, and investment decisions that enhance availability, scalability, and operational efficiency across the ATM fleet.Responsibilities:Define and own ATM channel target architecture, strategy, and multiyear roadmaps.Lead modernization of ATM ecosystems across hybrid environments while maintaining stability and compliance.Advise senior leaders on standards, vendor strategy, and investments to improve availability and scalability.Design platform architectures leveraging containers, Kubernetes/OpenShift, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code.Ensure resilience, security, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency across the ATM fleet.Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver solution designs and reference architectures.Mentor engineers and promote best practices for hybrid deployments and real-time systems.Required Skills & Qualifications:7+ years in technology architecture and solution design, including 3+ years of hands-on software engineering.Proven ability to operate at SVP/executive level and influence technology strategy and standards across large organizations.Strong communication skills with technical and executive audiences.Background in platform architecture, solution design, and hybrid on-prem and cloud deployments.Proficiency with containers, Kubernetes/OpenShift, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code.Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and mentoring capabilities.Preferred Skills:Experience in regulated industries such as financial services.Prior ATM and/or Payments experience, including ATM software platforms (e.g., EuroNet, NCR, Diebold Nixdorf or equivalent), transaction processing, switching, and ISO 8583 messaging.Experience with high-availability, real-time, distributed systems.Knowledge of cloud integration in regulated environments.Relevant architecture, cloud, or security certifications (TOGAF, AWS, Azure preferred but not required).Why BCforward?At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:Competitive compensation and benefits.Opportunities for growth with global clients.A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.Additional Submission NotesOn resume: include current location or relocation plan, availability or start date, and any cooling-off requirement.Approved location: Charlotte, NC. Max three submissions per vendor.About Our CommitmentBCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.Interested? Apply Now!If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.

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