Overview We are excited to invite passionate individuals to join our team, where you will embark on a rewarding career journey filled with growth, support, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our members and the community we serve. Our core values—authenticity, boldness, collaboration, dignity, and empathy—guide everything we do and foster an inclusive culture that prioritizes teamwork and innovation. To maintain a strong connection with our members and local communities and better understand their unique needs, we are currently considering applications from candidates residing in Oregon and Washington for all open positions. We appreciate your understanding as we focus our hiring efforts in these specific regions. We encourage all qualified candidates from these states to apply, as we look forward to learning more about your unique skills and experience. Applicants are encouraged to apply by August 7th, 2025. Job postings are subject to close early or extend longer than the anticipated closing date. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Where you will work Remote role open to candidates in Washington (WA) or Oregon (OR).

Pay Range The target annual pay range for this position is $162,183.00 – $202,729.00. The full annual pay range is $162,183.00 – $243,275.00. We provide an additional $2.00 per hour bilingual differential for those employees who can support our members' financial needs effectively in a second language; subject to verification of strong grasp of financial terms utilizing language skillset. Compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. If an offer is made, individual qualifications will be considered. In addition to salary, compensation incentives are available and are performance-based; targets vary by role.

Job Overview This position is responsible for leading the design and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions that align with business objectives. The role serves as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, driving innovation and ensuring that technology solutions support long-term business goals. You will work closely with engineering, product, and business teams to define architecture standards, evaluate emerging technologies, and lead complex projects.

What you’ll do Develops and refines architectural blueprints and technical documentation for proposed solutions, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and high standards of quality and compliance.

Provide expert technical leadership and mentorship to both junior and senior members of the architecture and development teams, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the requirements gathering process, defining specifications and ensuring alignment with overarching business objectives.

Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand system requirements and facilitate successful implementation of architectural designs.

Enforce architecture governance processes to ensure consistency, scalability, and quality across all projects.

Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and platforms to drive innovation and keep the organization at the forefront of industry trends.

Establish and uphold best practices for software development, cloud infrastructure, security, and system integrations, ensuring regulatory compliance and policy adherence.

Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate solutions against industry best practices and business expectations, implementing robust data security measures and identity management protocols.

Ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data processed within enterprise systems.

Collaborate with vendors and external partners to procure and integrate third-party solutions, ensuring interoperability with existing systems.

Deliver technical thought leadership through presentations, documentation, and knowledge-sharing sessions to inspire innovation and excellence.

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Minimum ten (10) years of Solutions Architecture experience and minimum five (5) years of Azure Architecture experience.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Technology, or related field of study.

Bonus points if you have :

Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Google Professional Cloud Architect, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.

What you’ll bring Expertise in cloud computing (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and distributed systems

Strong background in designing and implementing APIs, microservices, and scalable applications.

Hands-on experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation.

Deep understanding of security best practices, compliance frameworks, and risk management.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.

Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Experience with AI/ML, data analytics, or IoT solutions preferred.

Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman, etc.) preferred.

Understanding of industry-specific tech challenges and trends.

Clear, concise communication for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Keep up with emerging technologies and shifting business priorities.

Total Rewards This position is eligible for Full-Time Regular benefits, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for employees and eligible family members.

Option for company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Health Care FSA (HCFSA), Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions, and Dependent Care FSA (DCFSA).

Life and AD&D insurance; 401k plan.

Paid time off: vacation, sick leave, holidays, floating holiday, self-care time, and volunteer time.

Benefits start the first of the month following date of hire; 401k eligibility begins after 60 days of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity TwinStar Credit Union is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, please email Careers@NWCU.com.

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