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Description

At Sunflower Bank, were experiencing great growth. Since our founding in 1892, we've been committed to serving our communities and supporting the team members who make it all possible. As a full-service financial institution, we offer a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth-management financial objectives. Creating Possibility is not just our mission, its what we do every day for clients and associates. Learn more about Sunflower Bank at sunflowerbank.com.

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Solutions Architect Analyst .

Description:

As a Solutions Architect Analyst, youll support the design and delivery of enterprise-scale technology solutions that power our growing bank. Youll work alongside experienced architects to analyze business requirements, model systems, and help define the frameworks that guide how our platforms evolve and integrate.

This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are analytical, technically curious, and eager to understand how large systems fit together in a complex, regulated environment. Youll gain exposure to cloud technologies, system design, integration patterns, and M&A initiatives, while developing the skills to become a future Solutions Architect or Enterprise Technologist.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior architects to design and document solution blueprints, integration diagrams, and data flows.
• Conduct technical analysis and research to support system modernization and scalability initiatives.
• Participate in architectural assessments during mergers and acquisitions, helping evaluate platforms, integrations, and data migration plans.
• Maintain architecture documentation, reference models, and technology inventories.
• Assist in preparing materials for architecture review boards and executive briefings.
• Coordinate with engineering, data, infrastructure, and security teams to ensure alignment with established standards.
• Identify improvement opportunities in existing systems and propose ideas for optimization or automation.

Education/Experience Preferred:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline.
• 13 years of experience in software development, systems analysis, or IT operations (internship experience counts).
• Understanding of core architectural concepts such as APIs, data flows, system integrations, and cloud computing (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail with the ability to break down complex systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills comfortable summarizing technical topics for diverse audiences.
• Proactive learner with an interest in enterprise architecture, cloud modernization, and digital banking transformation.
• Familiarity with diagramming or modeling tools (e.g., Lucidchart, Visio, Draw.io).
  
• Exposure to agile, DevOps, or CI/CD environments.
• Experience or coursework related to data architecture, APIs, or integration frameworks (MuleSoft, Kafka, etc.).
• Foundational certifications such as AWS Cloud Practitioner or TOGAF Foundation are a plus.

Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Sunflower Bank Benefits

People choose to bank with us, but for those we serve, were more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives, and we know that starts with our team.

Our supportive culture empowers team members to grow and seize new opportunities. Like our namesake, the sunflower, we are:

• Rooted in Strength
• Propelled by Growth
• Individuals in a Great Whole
• Creating Possibility
• Community Focused

Associates enjoy outstanding benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan with 6% Match
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Plus many more associate perks & incentives!

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EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets

Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

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