Allan Small
About Allan Small
Allan Small is a Principal Solutions Architect with extensive experience in banking and technology sectors. He has held significant roles at various organizations, including the Commonwealth Bank and Bank of Queensland, and specializes in target state architecture and roadmap development.
Work at Backbase
Allan Small has been employed at Backbase as a Principal Solutions Architect since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing target state architecture and roadmaps specifically for banking platforms and payment systems. His expertise in enterprise architecture allows him to create delivery roadmaps that effectively balance both short-term and long-term business needs.
Current Role at Bank of Queensland
Since 2022, Allan Small has served as a Senior Solutions Architect at the Bank of Queensland. His responsibilities include designing and implementing solutions that enhance the bank's technological capabilities. His experience in the banking sector supports his contributions to the organization's strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience at Diebold Nixdorf
Allan Small worked at Diebold Nixdorf as an Advanced Solutions Architect from 2018 to 2021 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. During his tenure, he contributed to various projects that enhanced the company's service offerings in the financial technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Allan Small studied at Macquarie University, where he earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science. His educational background supports his extensive experience in IT and architecture, particularly in developing target state architectures and roadmaps for financial services.
Background in Telecommunications and IT
Allan Small has a diverse background in telecommunications and IT operations. He has held various roles, including Middleware Program Lead Architect at Optus and Senior Solution Architect at Commonwealth Bank. His career spans over three decades, providing him with a wealth of experience in technology vendors and enterprise architecture.