Director of Architecture

Director of Architecture – Fraud Prevention

Role Overview:

We are seeking a visionary yet hands-onDirector of Architectureto spearhead the design and implementation of scalable, real-time platforms for fraud detection and prevention company. This is a highly strategic role requiring strong technical expertiseto build a machine learning platform from the ground up, while also driving Proof of Concepts (POCs), pilots, and production deployments. You will balanceenterprise architectureandsolution architectureresponsibilities, collaborating closely with the CTO, cross-functional teams, and stakeholders to deliver cutting-edge fraud prevention solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build a Machine Learning Platform from Scratch:Architect and design a scalable, real-time platform withmachine learning and motion learningat its core for fraud detection.
• Lead End-to-End Lifecycle:Drive POCs, pilots, and the transition to production, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Strategic and Tactical Leadership:Collaborate with the CTO on strategy while remaining hands-on, bridging long-term vision with daily execution.
• Replatform Risk Engines:Design and implement a next-generation risk engine using modern technologies.
• Develop Real-Time Solutions:Build platforms and workflows to support real-time fraud detection capabilities.
• FIDO Server Development and UX/UI Upgrades:Oversee upgrades to user interfaces, ensuring seamless and modern customer experiences.
• Stakeholder Engagement:Align technical strategies with business goals, ensuring buy-in from senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Essential Experience/Qualifications:

• Proven Fraud Domain Expertise:Deep understanding of fraud detection and prevention challenges and solutions.
• Machine Learning and Motion Learning Expertise:Demonstrated experience designing and implementing architectures that underpinmachine learning and motion learningas core elements of scalable fraud detection platforms.
• Real-Time Platform Experience:Proven track record in building scalable, real-time platforms usingKafka,Flink,Python,Java, or similar technologies.
• Production Expertise:Hands-on experience transitioning platforms through POC, pilot, and production phases.
• Enterprise and Solutions Architecture:Strong enterprise and solution architecture experience, balancing strategic and tactical demands.
• FIDO Server Development:Experience building and implementing FIDO servers or similar frameworks.
• Hands-On Leadership:Ability to lead small, agile teams while remaining hands-on in technical development.

Desired Skills:

• Strong technical knowledge of fraud platforms and real-time architecture would be an advantage
• Experience and knowledge of the financial services industry, building platforms that will be used by the banking industry
• Ability to mitigate risks like scope creep while managing large, complex programs.
• Experience with UX/UI upgrades to enhance the end-user experience.
• Collaborative and pragmatic leadership style with a track record of bridging business and technical goals.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to lead transformative projects in a fast-growing market, delivering cutting-edge fraud prevention solutions. You will shape the future of the industry by building innovative, scalable platforms alongside a talented team of experts.