Are you interested in working for a purpose-driven organization that is owned by, and accountable to, its members—not its shareholders? Where you can collaborate with teams that help deliver products and services to over 1.3 million members? Then read on—BECU might just be the right fit for you.

BECU is a national leader among financial institutions. With over $29 billion in assets, we’re among the largest credit unions in the nation. We’ve been in business for over 86 years, serving the financial well-being of our community and helping our members achieve life-long financial goals.

Here’s what else sets us apart:

• Our members-first ethos.
• Unique benefits, perks and workplace culture.
• Philanthropy and community involvement.
• Remote, flexible and hybrid work opportunities.

As the nation's largest community credit union, we begin every day focused on delivering superior financial products and services for our 1.3 million members and more than $30 billion in managed assets. Our work has an economic impact as we support our members' financial goals. We are unapologetic about being devoted to our members and the communities we serve. Our business is guided by our people helping people philosophy – which includes our team members. 

BECU has been in business for more than 85 years, driven by unwavering core values and a dedication to improving the communities we serve. While we have a rich history, the future of our company, accelerated by business and technology transformation, is even brighter. There's never been a better time to work for BECU.

To learn more visit becu.org/careers.

PAY RANGE

BENEFITS

Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.  Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance.  We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees.  Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan.  Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) on a per pay period basis based on hours worked (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here.

SUMMARY

As a Senior Product Architect, you will be responsible for leading the design and architecture of platforms integration and API management solutions for the organization. You will work with a team of architects, developers, and stakeholders to develop and implement solutions that enable the organization to integrate its various systems and applications seamlessly. You will have a deep understanding of platform integration and API management principles and will be proficient in designing solutions that meet business requirements. You will work with a tech stack that includes .net, MuleSoft, Azure, Snowflake, SQL Server, CI/CD, Data Architecture, automated testing, and interoperability. You will be responsible for designing/implementing solutions that enable the organization to integrate its various systems and applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all responsibilities in accordance with BECU’s Performance Competencies, compliance, regulatory and Information Protection requirements.
• Provide technical architectural oversight for the development of business initiatives and that realize BECU’s strategic objectives as a member of digital technology delivery execution teams.
• Create architectural runways in collaboration with Product Manager and numerous or more complex types of product delivery teams which inform design, timing priority, and investment decisions.
• Identify, assess, and manage risk associated with the value stream enabling technology.
• Provide technical leadership for product development teams for the full range of technical needs; from very complex and precise, to executive and more ambiguous.
• Manage relationships and collaborate with other business functions and stakeholders and value stream beneficiaries.
• Champion the use of digital technology, reference architectures, standards and practices to inspire a digital mindset at all levels.
• Participate in key technology governance, planning and initiative review teams, committees and meetings.
• For the purpose of attaining Credit Union goals, it is the responsibility of each employee to strive for the continuous improvement of processes and quality service.
• Maintain effective communication with all Credit Union employees (internal customers) to ensure coordination and exchange of information for accomplishing Credit Union goals.
• Perform additional duties, as assigned.
• Ensure that the solutions are compatible with CI/CD, data architecture, and automated testing requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent work or educational experience required. Advance degree preferred.
• Minimum seven years of experience in technology architecture, creating conceptual and high-level architecture artifacts as well as logical design artifacts to inform and guide software engineers required.
• Deep understanding and experience working within Lean/Agile/Scrum methodologies required; scaled agile experience such as SAFe preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in cloud native technology including microservice architecture, Restful APIs, massively scalable designs, digital platforms; experience with implementations of large-scale enterprise initiatives required.
• Working knowledge of architectural frameworks such as The Open Group, NIST, ISO 19xxx, BizBok, or Gartner required.
• Proficient in ITSM, ITIL, Risk management and cybersecurity frameworks.
• Proven excellent leadership, organizational, problem-solving, conflict resolution and negotiation skills required.
• Strong ability to communicate complex technically challenging concepts required.
• Ability to write and effectively communicate.
• Knowledge of industry trends, value propositions, and best practices for technology relevant to the in-scope capabilities
• Full-time hours required, with additional hours as necessary.

EEO Statement:

BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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