Distinguished Architect - Commercial Banking
Citizens Bank, Woodbridge, NJ, United States
Description
4 Days Hybrid from any of our locations in RI, Iselin NJ, MA, Nashville TN, Pittsburgh PA, Dallas TX or Phoenix AZ
Role is not relocation eligible.
Role Overview As a Distinguished Architect, you'll lead the full architectural lifecycle—from concept design through construction—ensuring all projects meet aesthetic, technical, regulatory, and budgetary standards. You’ll serve as the primary technical authority, mentor teams of architects, build client relationships, and drive innovation in sustainable materials and building technology. A licensed architect with a strong track record in design leadership, you excel at translating client vision into robust architectural solutions and managing multiple stakeholders across diverse environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead architectural vision and develop high-level design concepts and detailed plans for major projects.
Review and approve architectural design, specifications, and construction documents for quality and compliance.
Coordinate with clients, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, managing trade-offs between aesthetics, budget, and regulations.
Conduct site assessments to monitor progress and ensure alignment with design specifications.
Research and incorporate new materials, construction methods, sustainable practices, and technologies.
Mentor and guide junior architects, shaping design standards and fostering technical excellence.
Engage in business development: present design proposals, manage client relationships, and support marketing efforts.
Essential Skills & Expertise
Deep knowledge of architectural design principles, building codes, zoning, and sustainability standards.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with proven mentoring experience.
Should possess 18+ years of experience in technologies such as Java, Oracle, Springboot, Python, IBM MQ, Kafka, and other emerging technologies.
Superior communication skills for effective presentations and negotiations with varied audiences.
Innovation mindset with ability to integrate new materials, tech, and sustainable design.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; a Master’s degree is often preferred.
Extensive experience (usually 10+ years) across project lifecycle phases within architecture and software development.
Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, complex projects and cross-functional teams.
Experience in business development and client-facing roles may be essential.
Certifications
AWS Solution Architect
TOGAF Certification (Good to Have) or any other equivalent
Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is $160,763 - $241,144 per year plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit the benefits page.
Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.
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Role is not relocation eligible.
Role Overview As a Distinguished Architect, you'll lead the full architectural lifecycle—from concept design through construction—ensuring all projects meet aesthetic, technical, regulatory, and budgetary standards. You’ll serve as the primary technical authority, mentor teams of architects, build client relationships, and drive innovation in sustainable materials and building technology. A licensed architect with a strong track record in design leadership, you excel at translating client vision into robust architectural solutions and managing multiple stakeholders across diverse environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead architectural vision and develop high-level design concepts and detailed plans for major projects.
Review and approve architectural design, specifications, and construction documents for quality and compliance.
Coordinate with clients, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, managing trade-offs between aesthetics, budget, and regulations.
Conduct site assessments to monitor progress and ensure alignment with design specifications.
Research and incorporate new materials, construction methods, sustainable practices, and technologies.
Mentor and guide junior architects, shaping design standards and fostering technical excellence.
Engage in business development: present design proposals, manage client relationships, and support marketing efforts.
Essential Skills & Expertise
Deep knowledge of architectural design principles, building codes, zoning, and sustainability standards.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with proven mentoring experience.
Should possess 18+ years of experience in technologies such as Java, Oracle, Springboot, Python, IBM MQ, Kafka, and other emerging technologies.
Superior communication skills for effective presentations and negotiations with varied audiences.
Innovation mindset with ability to integrate new materials, tech, and sustainable design.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; a Master’s degree is often preferred.
Extensive experience (usually 10+ years) across project lifecycle phases within architecture and software development.
Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, complex projects and cross-functional teams.
Experience in business development and client-facing roles may be essential.
Certifications
AWS Solution Architect
TOGAF Certification (Good to Have) or any other equivalent
Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is $160,763 - $241,144 per year plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit the benefits page.
Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.
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