Synechron · 3 hours ago
Solutions Architect with ACI MTS payments exp
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $125K/yrSynechron is a global consulting firm that leverages digital technologies to transform businesses. The Enterprise Solutions Architect will be responsible for developing and governing architecture strategies, as well as designing comprehensive solutions that meet business needs, particularly in the payments domain.
ConsultingIT ManagementSoftware
Hiring Manager
Kiran Kumar
Responsibilities
Act as the primary SME for ACI MTS, including:
Payments initiation, validation, routing, and settlement
Liquidity and account management
Cut-off times, exception handling, and reconciliation
Configure and manage MTS payment flows for domestic and cross-border transfers (RTGS, ACH, wires, SWIFT-based flows where applicable)
Drive product upgrades, patches, and version migrations, ensuring zero or minimal disruption
Support high-availability, low-latency payment processing environments
Troubleshoot complex production issues involving:
Payment failures
Settlement mismatches
Queue backlogs
Liquidity constraints
Partner with operations teams to improve STP rates, throughput, and resilience
Design and oversee integrations between MTS and:
Core banking systems
Fraud and AML platforms
Treasury, GL, and reconciliation systems
External clearing and settlement networks
Ensure correct use of message formats, adapters, and APIs within the MTS ecosystem
Ensure MTS configurations comply with:
Regulatory requirements (e.g., AML, sanctions screening, auditability)
Internal risk and operational controls
Support audits, regulatory exams, and control testing involving payment flows
Act as a trusted advisor to business, operations, and technology stakeholders
Translate business payment requirements into MTS-aligned solutions
Mentor junior team members and build internal MTS knowledge depth
Work closely with ACI support and product teams for escalations and roadmap alignment
Qualification
Required
Extensive hands-on experience with ACI MTS in a production banking or payments environment
Strong understanding of: Payment lifecycles and settlement mechanics, Real-time and batch payment processing, Exception handling and reconciliation
Proven experience supporting mission-critical, high-volume payment platforms
Deep knowledge of payments operations and controls
Experience with MTS configuration, workflows, and parameterization
Understanding of: Messaging standards (ISO 20022, proprietary formats, SWIFT where applicable), Databases, batch processing, and scheduling
Ability to read logs, analyze failures, and drive root-cause analysis
Strong background in: Banking payments, Clearing and settlement systems, Treasury and liquidity management
Experience in regulated financial institutions preferred
Preferred
Experience working directly with ACI Worldwide support or professional services
Exposure to other ACI products (e.g., UPF, PPF, Base24, Wires platforms)
Prior role as payments platform owner or lead SME
ITIL-based production support experience
Benefits
A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
Maternity & paternity leave plans.
A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
Retirement savings plans.
A higher education certification policy.
Commuter benefits (varies by region).
Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
Company
Synechron
Synechron is a technology consulting and outsourcing company that helps clients in capital markets, insurance, and banking industries.
Founded in 2001
10001+ employees
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