Job Title: Systems Architect (Contract) Industry: Financial Services Our client, a leader in the financial services technology sector, is currently seeking a Systems Architect to join their team on a contract basis. This role is critical in designing and implementing robust system architectures that support business objectives, particularly in payments and issuing domains, and drive technological advancement across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Design scalable and efficient system architectures that meet business and regulatory requirements within the financial services landscape Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyse complex technical and business requirements, with a focus on payment processing and card issuing systems Develop comprehensive architectural plans and high-quality documentation Oversee integration of software and hardware components across secure environments Ensure system security and compliance with financial services industry standards and regulations Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to cross-functional development teams Conduct regular system performance assessments and drive optimisation initiatives Stay abreast of emerging technologies, particularly within the financial technology space Job Requirements: Proven experience in systems architecture within the financial services sector Strong background in payments and/or issuing platforms is esse...