Innovation Architect

Job Description

Job Description

First Merchants Bank is seeking an Innovation Architect to join our team! This position will be responsible for designing and implementing enterprise-grade AI and automation solutions that transform how we work and serve customers. Leveraging Microsoft Power Platform, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI services, this role will lead the charge in creating scalable, secure, and compliant solutions that deliver measurable business impact.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Strategy & Architecture

Own the low-code and automation strategy using Power Platform and Copilot Studio.

Design and implement scalable, secure, and compliant solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, Dataverse, and Azure AI services.

Implement monitoring frameworks for governing Copilot, Power Platform, and Azure AI services.

Champion the rollout and integration of Microsoft Copilot agents throughout the bank.

Engage directly with business stakeholders to identify pain points and opportunities for AI driven automation.

To be successful in this position, we require the following :

The following would be a plus :

First Merchants offers the following :

A little about us :

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is :

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is :

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team :

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

Apply today to begin your career with us!

Upcoming Location Change : In 2026 our Detroit Headquarters at 32991 Hamilton Court, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 will be moving to Royal Oak at 400 W 4th Street, Royal Oak, MI 48067.