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Head of Banking Software Architecture - Contract Employment Type: Contract - Inside IR35 Duration: 6 Months Location: Central London Day Rate: Highly Competitive - Get in touch to find out more Opportunity Overview A leading financial services organisation is seeking a Head of Banking Software Architecture to act as the internal subject matter expert for its core banking platform. This is a pivotal leadership role, stepping in to bridge a critical knowledge gap and provide strategic and technical direction across a complex banking environment. You will take ownership of core banking architecture, with a strong focus on a leading European core banking platform, ensuring the system is robust, scalable, and aligned with the organisation's broader digital, cloud, and AI transformation strategy. This role sits within a core banking and payments function and works closely with enterprise architecture, key technology partners, and delivery teams across the business. Key Responsibilities: Core Banking Leadership Provide strategic oversight and direction for the core banking platform Act as the internal subject matter expert, aligning business requirements with platform capabilities Review and challenge decisions relating to core banking systems and associated technologies Technical & Architectural Governance Deliver architectural guidance across core banking components and integrations Critically evaluate proposals from third-party partners and system integrators Ensure robust technical and commercial scrutiny of deliverables Configuration & Product Expertise Support configuration and optimisation of the core banking engine Provide expertise across key retail banking products Ensure platform capabilities are fully leveraged to meet business needs Modern Architecture & Transformation Lead cloud-native, digital, and AI-driven integration strategies Champion event-driven architecture and modern integration patterns (AWS-aligned) Support large-scale transformation initiatives, including legacy system migration Delivery & Governance Oversee end-to-end architecture across build, test, and release cycles Collaborate with architecture, programme, and delivery stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes Essential Skills and Experience: Extensive experience working with core banking platforms (SBS/SOPRA) Strong background in banking architecture, solution architecture, or core banking engineering (typically 10+ years) Proven ability to influence, challenge, and manage both internal stakeholders and third-party suppliers Deep understanding of retail banking products, processes, and industry standards Demonstrated experience delivering large-scale core banking implementations and integrations Strong knowledge of modern digital banking and FinTech environments Hands-on experience with event-driven architectures and cloud-native integration (AWS preferred) Experience owning delivery across full lifecycle (build, test, release) Background in legacy system transformation or migration programmes Desirable Experience: Experience within highly regulated or public sector environments Exposure to large-scale transformation programmes Relevant certifications in cloud, architecture, or banking platforms What's on Offer: Opportunity to shape the future of a critical core banking platform High-impact role with significant autonomy and influence Exposure to large-scale digital and cloud transformation initiatives Collaborative environment working alongside senior architecture and delivery professionals Application Process: For more information or to apply, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.