Technical Architect - Core Banking Platforms

Description

Technical Architect – Core Banking Platforms Location: Katowice - 2 days office / 3 days remote Let us introduce you the job offer by EY GDS Poland – a member of the global integrated service delivery center network by EY. The opportunity We are seeking a Technical Architect with Core Banking platform experience who can design scalable, secure, and cloud-ready architectures for modern banking systems. This role is ideal for someone who can drive architecture decisions and lead complex transformation initiatives. What we look for We value curiosity, willingness to step outside your comfort zone, and strong teamwork. We look for people who proactively solve problems and communicate confidently in English.

What we offer

• EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across nine locations – Argentina, Hungary, India, the Philippines, Poland, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Spain and the United Kingdom – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• German language proficiency at B2 level or higher, both written and spoken

• Experience in core banking migration (monolith → microservices)

• Exposure to payments systems (SWIFT, SEPA, ISO 20022)

• Knowledge of observability tools & performance tuning

Skills and attributes for success

• We are looking for someone who can break down complex problems, communicate technical concepts clearly, and approaches challenges with an analytical mindset.

Your key responsibilities

• Defi Design end-to-end technical architecture for core banking solutions

• Lead core banking implementations, upgrades, or migrations

• Build cloud-native or hybrid architectures (AWS/Azure/GCP)

• Ensure performance, scalability, and security of banking platforms

• Work closely with development teams and provide hands-on guidance (coding/reviews)

• Define and enforce architecture best practices and standards

• Define integration strategies across:

• Core banking

• Payment systems

• Digital channels

To qualify for the role, you must have

• +4 years of experience in software engineering / architecture

• Strong hands-on experience with Core Banking platforms

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

• Strong understanding of Banking architecture patterns & Data architecture & security

• Experience in CI/CD, DevOps, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Proficiency in:

• Java / Microservices architecture

• REST APIs, event-driven architecture

• Integration frameworks (Kafka, MuleSoft, etc.)