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Guidehouse

Technology Financial Services Consulting & Solutions Architect

US - VA, McLean Full time

Job Family:

Systems Engineering Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 50%


Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

The Technology Financial Services Consulting & Solutions Architect will serve as a senior technology consultant supporting our commercial financial services clients and strategic pursuits. This role is critical in shaping and delivering technology strategies that align with the evolving needs of banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech organizations. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with financial services technologies and data ecosystems, strong relationships with industry technology stakeholders, and a proven track record of delivering trusted, impactful solutions to financial services clients.

  • Engage in client conversations on business issues and various technology solutions with financial services clients
  • Lead technical solutioning for financial services pursuits, including RFP responses, solution architecture, and client stakeholder engagement.
  • Design and articulate end-to-end technology solutions that support enterprise goals across retail banking, capital markets, insurance, and wealth management.
  • Collaborate across the Guidehouse enterprise to integrate multidisciplinary expertise, capabilities, and innovations—bringing the full strength of the firm to solve complex client challenges and drive new business.
  • Align proposed solutions with industry trends such as fraud prevention, legacy system modernization, cloud adoption, digital transformation, and the integration of AI, data analytics, and cybersecurity frameworks.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to develop solution components, cost estimates, and implementation plans.
  • Support mobilizing delivery teams post-award, ensuring continuity and clarity of vision and, where applicable, deliver technology projects with high client satisfaction.
  • Facilitate workshops and working sessions with financial services stakeholders to refine requirements and validate technology solution approaches.


What You Will Need:

  • 15+ years of relevant technology consulting experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in technology consulting and solution architecture with financial services clients
  • Strong relationships with financial services technology stakeholders and a reputation for trusted delivery.
  • Demonstrated experience with data flows across financial ecosystems, including integration with third-party providers and regulatory bodies.
  • Proven ability to lead technical solutioning in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
  • Experience in ROM/LOE estimation, pricing, and proposal-to-win (p2w) activities.
  • Experience in shaping new business opportunities and technology programs.
  • Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk mitigation capabilities.
  • Experience working with geographically distributed teams.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant technical field.
  • Based in or near a major financial hub (e.g., New York, Charlotte, Chicago, Washington, DC) for on-site engagement with clients.


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Experience working with financial services innovation teams or digital transformation offices.
  • Prior experience in a technology consulting role at a larger muti-disciplinary consulting firm working with commercial banking, insurance, or fintech clients.
  • Familiarity with financial services IT standards and compliance requirements.

The annual salary range for this position is $226,000.00-$376,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.

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Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.