Enterprise Architect - Stablecoins Infrastructure & System Integration - Syntricate Technologies : Job Details

Enterprise Architect - Stablecoins Infrastructure & System Integration Buffalo, NY (Hybrid 3 days onsite/2 days remote) or 100% Remote 6+-month contract Web Cam Interview $70-$80/Hr on W2 NOTES FROM MANAGER / REQUIRED SKILLS & EXP.:

• Skill Set 1: Stablecoin knowledge
• Skill Set 2: Strategic Planning
• Skill Set 3: Architecture Design

Reports To: Enterprise Chief Architect Job Summary

• We are seeking a visionary Enterprise Architect to lead the design, implementation, and integration of stablecoin infrastructure within our financial organization.
• This role requires deep expertise in blockchain technology, financial systems, and enterprise-scale architecture to ensure seamless integration of stablecoin solutions with existing platforms (e.g., core banking, payment gateways, compliance tools).
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including business stakeholders, technology teams, and external partners to design and deploy a robust, secure, scalable, and regulatory-compliant stablecoins ecosystem that supports the organization's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning : Develop and refine the roadmap for stablecoin / cryptocurrency interoperability model, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Architecture Design : Develop end-to-end architecture blueprints for stablecoin issuance, transaction processing, and wallet management, prioritizing scalability, security, and interoperability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product, engineering, compliance, and operations teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Technical Leadership: Oversee system design decisions, including blockchain protocols (e.g., Ethereum), cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure), APIs, and databases.
• System Integration: Design integration strategies for legacy financial systems (e.g., SWIFT, core banking platforms) and third-party services (KYC/AML providers, custodians).
• Compliance & Risk Management: Embed regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, FATF Travel Rule) into system design and conduct risk assessments.
• Implementation Guidance: Lead and guide implementation teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Trusted Advisor : Build strong relationships with management, providing expert advice and insights to support decision-making.
• Communication : Effectively communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, fostering understanding and collaboration.
• Innovation : Evaluate emerging technologies (DeFi, CBDCs) to enhance platform capabilities and user experience.
• Documentation : Create detailed technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, data flow models, and security protocols.

Expected Skills

• Enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman).
• Blockchain platforms, smart contracts, and consensus mechanisms.
• Cloud-native development (microservices, Kubernetes).
• API design (REST) and integration tools (ETL).
• Stakeholder communication (technical and non-technical audiences).
• Leadership in Agile/DevOps environments.
• Analytical problem-solving for complex systems.
• Project Management: Proficiency in tools like Jira; familiarity with SDLC and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong Communication Skills: The ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, collaborate effectively across

Expected Knowledge

• Blockchain: Token standards, decentralized governance, and cross-chain interoperability.
• Stablecoins: Mechanisms (collateralization, algorithmic models) and use cases (payments, remittances).
• Financial Systems: Payment networks (e.g., ACH), liquidity management, and settlement processes.
• Regulatory Landscape: Global regulations (e.g., MiCA, NYDFS) and compliance tools (e.g., Chainalysis).
• Security: Cryptography, HSMs, and penetration testing methodologies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications: TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, Certified Blockchain Architect
• Experience: 8+ years in enterprise architecture, with 3+ years in blockchain/fintech.
• Proficient in system design, integration, and implementation across multiple technology domains.
• Proven track record in deploying scalable financial systems (e.g., payment gateways, digital wallets, stablecoin or cryptocurrency systems preferred)
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), containerization (Kubernetes), and DevOps practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.
• Understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and security standards.

Expected Deliverables

• Architecture Blueprints: Comprehensive designs for stablecoin infrastructure, including node orchestration and liquidity pools.
• Integration Roadmap: Strategy for legacy system modernization and API gateway implementation.
• Compliance Reports: Documentation aligning architecture with regulatory requirements.
• Proof-of-Concept Prototypes: Demonstrations of key features (e.g., mint/burn mechanisms).
• Technical Documentation: System diagrams, failure recovery plans, and API specs.
• Risk Mitigation Plan: Security audit findings and disaster recovery protocols.
• Performance Metrics: Benchmarks for throughput, latency, and system uptime.
• This role combines technical depth with strategic vision to build a stablecoin platform that bridges traditional finance and decentralized ecosystems. The ideal candidate will balance innovation with operational rigor to deliver a secure, compliant, and user-centric solution.

Infrastructure Design & Implementation

• Analyze the organization's requirements, use cases, and technical constraints for stablecoin operations.
• Design the overall stablecoin architecture, including blockchain networks, wallets, custody solutions, and integration touch points.
• Architect end-to-end stablecoin solutions, including issuance, redemption, wallet management, and transaction processing.
• Evaluate and select blockchain platforms, consensus mechanisms, and smart contract frameworks.
• Define technical requirements for scalability, security (e.g., cryptographic protocols), and interoperability with blockchain networks (e.g., Ethereum, Stellar).
• Develop detailed technical specifications and implementation plans for the stablecoin infrastructure.
• Oversee the deployment and configuration of the stablecoin platform, ensuring it meets performance, scalability, and security requirements.
• Establish governance processes and policies for the management and maintenance of the stablecoin infrastructure.

System Integration

• Identify and evaluate internal and external systems that need to integrate with the stablecoin infrastructure.
• Integrate stablecoin systems with legacy financial infrastructure (e.g., SWIFT, core banking APIs) and third-party services (e.g., liquidity providers, custodians).
• Ensure compatibility with regulatory reporting tools (e.g., transaction monitoring, AML/KYC systems).
• Design and implement secure, scalable, and efficient integration mechanisms, such as APIs, message queues, and data pipelines.
• Ensure seamless data exchange and synchronization between the stablecoin platform and other enterprise systems.
• Develop and maintain integration documentation, testing, and monitoring procedures.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Embed compliance with global regulations (e.g., FATF Travel Rule, MiCA) into system architecture.
• Conduct risk assessments for smart contract vulnerabilities, reserve management, and operational resilience.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the business and IT teams on the usage and maintenance of the stablecoins platform.
• Monitor the performance, security, and compliance of the stablecoins infrastructure, and implement necessary optimizations and enhancements.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in the stablecoins and blockchain space.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with product, legal, and compliance teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address emerging requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Advise DevOps and security teams on CI/CD pipelines, zero-trust architectures, and incident response protocols.

Innovation & Thought Leadership (Nice to Have)

• Research emerging trends in decentralized finance (DeFi), CBDCs, and cross-border payment innovations.
• Publish whitepapers and present at industry conferences to position the organization as a leader in stablecoin solutions.

Please ask the candidate to provide responses for ALL of the questions below to confirm they have ALL of the required skills/experience, & send w/ the initial submittal (please reply ASAP as submittals to our client are time sensitive):

• LinkedIn profile link?
• Do you reside in or near the Buffalo, NY or area to be onsite from day 1 for a hybrid work model, or open to relocation at your own expense to be onsite in a hybrid work model from day 1, or seeing 100% remote?
• If hired, are you able to work on Globalquest's W2 without any issues?
• Yrs. of IT exp. overall?
• Yrs. of exp. as a Enterprise Architect in blockchain/fintech (Min. of 8+ years in enterprise architecture, with 3+ years in blockchain/fintech (required)?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Stablecoin knowledge (required)?
• Yrs. of exp. working specifically for banks and/or financial institutions?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman)?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Blockchain platforms, smart contracts, and consensus mechanisms?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Cloud-native development (microservices, Kubernetes)?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ API design (REST) and integration tools (ETL)?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Stakeholder communication (technical and non-technical audiences)?
• Yrs. of Leadership exp. in Agile/DevOps environments?
• Yrs. of Analytical problem-solving for complex systems?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Project Management: Proficiency in tools like Jira; familiarity with SDLC and CI/CD pipelines?
• Do you possess Strong Communication Skills: The ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, collaborate effectively across?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Blockchain: Token standards, decentralized governance, and cross-chain interoperability?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Stablecoins: Mechanisms (collateralization, algorithmic models) and use cases (payments, remittances)?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Financial Systems: Payment networks (e.g., ACH), liquidity management, and settlement processes?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Regulatory Landscape: Global regulations (e.g., MiCA, NYDFS) and compliance tools (e.g., Chainalysis)?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ Security: Cryptography, HSMs, and penetration testing methodologies?
• Do you possess a Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (required)?
• Do you possess any Certifications: TOGAF, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, Certified Blockchain Architect (required)?
• Are you proficient in system design, integration, and implementation across multiple technology domains (required)?
• Do you possess a proven track record in deploying scalable financial systems (e.g., payment gateways, digital wallets, stablecoin or cryptocurrency systems preferred) (required)?
• Yrs. of hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), containerization (Kubernetes), and DevOps practices (required)?
• Yrs. of exp. w/ understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and security standards (required)?