Director of Solution Architecture (Dublin, CA or USA Remote)

The Director of Solution Architecture leads the build-out of SavvyMoney's solution design practice for its Lending & Deposit (L&D) product, a newly established function purpose-built to accelerate growth with Banks and Credit Unions. This leader partners closely with Sales and Partner Management to deliver advisory, demonstration, and product scoping services to prospective and existing L&D clients, while serving as a key cross-functional voice into the Product organization as the L&D solution continues to scale. Reporting to the SVP of Operations, this role sits at the intersection of technical depth and client-facing influence.

Responsibilities

Build, lead, and develop SavvyMoney's Solution Architecture practice for the Lending & Deposit product, establishing it as a best-in-class function from the ground up; Own and manage resource capacity forecasting across existing and prospective client engagements, serving as a strategic cross-functional partner to Product and Revenue leadership; Establish the tools, systems, and best practices that govern how the L&D solution is demonstrated, scoped, and positioned, driving consistency and repeatability across the team; Partner with Sales and Operations Leadership to align resource availability with sales projections, proactively escalating demand imbalances to senior leadership; Evaluate, implement, and manage presentation and demonstration platforms that reduce resource overhead and elevate the quality of client-facing engagements; Define and champion operational best practices for the Solution Architecture team, ensuring consistent adoption across all client-facing workflows; Collaborate with clients, prospective clients, and internal Product and Engineering teams to design scalable, high-value solutions that are purpose-built for efficient L&D implementation; Serve as a strategic advisor to the SVP of Operations and Product leadership on matters of solution design, tooling, and process optimization

Requirements

7+ years of experience in solution architecture, pre-sale, sales engineering, or similar roles with a track record of increasing scope and responsibility; 5+ years of experience in Financial Services Technology (Fintech) or Software as a Service (SaaS); Proven expertise with sales and solution architecture tooling and CRM/sales forecasting platforms (e.g., Salesforce); Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in cross-functional environments, with experience influencing and advising senior and executive leadership; Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex business problems into actionable product enhancements; Strong proficiency in solution design, product design, and business problem solving; Advanced working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides); Bachelor's degree required; Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Nice to have

advanced degree; relevant certifications

Benefits

Equity Compensation Package; Flexible Time Off (FTO); Medical, Dental, Vision with 100% premium paid for employee; Disability/Life Insurance; Opportunity for learning and career growth; Reimbursement for remote work setup; Monthly stipend for phone and internet; Team building events, culture activities, all hands events; Paid time off to volunteer and serve the community; Half day Fridays; 401k matching contribution; Quarterly Commission potential