The Technology Strategist is responsible for combining their understanding of the client's technology landscape and architecture with their understanding of the client's business strategy to develop and implement an effective and enabling technology strategy. They must have knowledge of the client's business systems, including customer-facing applications, legacy technology systems, modern banking technology, and financial services. They are a trusted partner and advisor to CTOs and CIOs of a diverse set of organizations. As a person progresses in this role, responsibilities can expand from leading technology strategy with financial services clients to building and growing a team of technology strategists across multiple industries.
Responsibilities
Understand the client's technology landscape and architecture, including capabilities, maturity level, and gaps, as it pertains to the business systems for modern banking technology, financial services and Health and Life sciences.
Work with the Slalom industry teams on strategy and offerings.
Collaborate with other Slalom markets on resourcing and customer strategy activities.
Develop and implement an effective and enabling technology strategy aligned with the client's business strategy.
Identify and design technology solution options and capabilities that enable a client's business strategy, from key focused enabling elements to enterprise-wide technology strategies.
Communicate technical concepts and strategies clearly and concisely to CXO-level executives.
Collaborate with a broad range of leaders to align technical strategy, business strategy, solution alignment, business cases, and risk profiles for strategic initiatives.
Skills
Capability and business development.
Strategic roadmap and execution planning.
Enterprise architecture and solution architecture.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to bridge the gap between business and technology to drive meaningful business outcomes with technical solutions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.
10+ years of experience in technology strategy, architecture, or related fields.
Significant exposure to modern banking technology and legacy technology systems.
About Us
Slalom is a purpose-led, global business and technology consulting company. From strategy to implementation, our approach is fiercely human. In six countries and 43 markets, we deeply understand our customers-and their customers-to deliver practical, end-to-end solutions that drive meaningful impact. Backed by close partnerships with over 400 leading technology providers, our 13,000+ strong team helps people and organizations dream bigger, move faster, and build better tomorrows for all. We're honored to be consistently recognized as a great place to work, including being one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For seven years running. Learn more at slalom.com.
Compensation and Benefits
Slalom prides itself on helping team members thrive in their work and life. As a result, Slalom is proud to invest in benefits that includemeaningful time off and paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with a match, a range of choices for highly subsidized health, dental, & vision coverage, adoption and fertility assistance, and short/long-term disability. We also offer yearly $350 reimbursement account for any well-being-related expenses, as well as discounted home, auto, and pet insurance.
EEO and Accommodations
Slalom is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Slalom will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Slalom welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.
