Delivery Lead – Banking & Payments (Architect Led Delivery)

Role: Delivery Lead– Banking & Payments (Architect‑Led Delivery)Location: Princeton, NJ (US) | Occasional TravelExperience: 14+ yearsWe are seeking a technically strong Delivery lead with an Architect background and deep Banking & Payments domain expertise to lead end-to-end delivery of complex, business‑critical BFS programs.This role combines hands-on delivery management with the ability to lead technical and architecture-level conversations with senior client stakeholders, including client managers, technology leaders, and solution owners. The incumbent will be accountable for day-to-day delivery execution while acting as a technical trusted advisor to clients in the Payments domain.Beyond active program ownership, the role contributes to RFPs, client pursuits, and new engagement mobilization, ensuring execution readiness from both technical and delivery perspectives.Delivery & Execution Leadership (Day-to-Day Ownership)Own and drive end-to-end delivery of complex Banking & Payments engagements across Cards, Digital Payments, Account-to-Account (A2A), and Cross‑Border PaymentsRun day-to-day delivery operations as a Delivery Manager, with accountability across scope, schedule, quality, risk, and financial performanceLead delivery governance, execution reviews, and senior‑level client stakeholder engagementManage large onsite and offshore delivery teams, ensuring strong utilization, productivity, and performance managementEnsure delivery alignment with regulatory, risk, security, and compliance requirements in regulated BFS environmentsProactively manage delivery risks, dependencies, escalations, and operational stabilityTechnical & Architecture LeadershipAct as a technical leader with an architect mindset, capable of driving architecture‑level and solution‑level discussions with client technology and delivery leadersLead technical conversations with client managers on solution design, integrations, non‑functional requirements, scalability, security, and resiliencyDrive delivery aligned with enterprise and solution architecture standards for secure, scalable, and high‑availability payment platformsPartner closely with enterprise and solution architects to guide: Integration patterns and API‑first design approachesCloud‑native and hybrid architecturesPerformance, resiliency, and fault‑tolerant system designTranslate architecture decisions into practical execution plans for delivery teamsRFPs, Pursuits & New Engagement MobilizationOwn delivery inputs for RFPs, proposals, and client pursuits, including: Delivery approach and execution modelTechnical delivery assumptions and risksResourcing plans, timelines, and governance structureCollaborate with sales, solutioning, and architecture teams to shape execution‑ready and scalable delivery modelsLead delivery readiness for new wins, including transition planning, team mobilization, governance setup, and early‑phase stabilizationWhat We’re Looking For14+ years of experience in delivery leadership, with a strong background in solution / technical architectureProven experience in Banking domain, with a clear preference for Payments (Cards, Digital Payments, A2A, Cross‑Border)Demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions with client-side managers, architects, and technology leadersStrong experience managing day‑to‑day delivery as a Delivery Manager for large, complex BFS programsHands-on understanding of enterprise architecture concepts, integrations, APIs, data flows, and non‑functional requirementsExperience delivering programs in regulated BFS environments (risk, compliance, security)Strong stakeholder management, leadership, and Agile / hybrid delivery experiencePrior experience supporting RFPs and new engagement mobilization from a delivery and technical standpointWhy CoforgeDeep BFS & Payments Focus: Trusted transformation and delivery partner for global banks and payment institutionsExecution at Scale: Delivery of mission‑critical BFS programs requiring high reliability and regulatory rigorDelivery‑Led Culture: Strong ownership and accountability across client engagementsGlobal Delivery Strength: Mature onsite‑offshore delivery model enabling speed and scaleUS Market Growth: Continued investment in BFS expansion across the USWhy This RoleDual Impact Role: Combine technical architecture leadership with hands‑on delivery ownershipTrue Ownership: End‑to‑end accountability, not just coordinationClient Proximity: Direct engagement with client decision makers and technology leadersHigh‑Value Programs: Lead complex, high‑impact Banking & Payments initiativesLeadership Visibility: Onsite delivery face for senior offshore leadership, sales, and executive stakeholders