Analyst, Application Architecture

Lincoln Financial

Charlotte (NC)

Hybrid

USD 69,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Parental leave

401(k) plan

Health coaching

Employee assistance program

Tuition assistance

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Lincoln Financial is seeking an Application Development Analyst to help design and develop scalable software across our value stream. The role collaborates with senior architects and stakeholders to ensure solutions meet technical and enterprise standards.

You will participate in architecture design, documentation, and code/review processes, while championing optimization opportunities and new developments in cloud-based solutions. The position supports a hybrid work model with Lincoln offices.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/IT/Computer Engineering or equivalent.
3–5 years in application development.
Experience with Python, Java, or NodeJS.
Experience with AWS cloud platform.
Understanding of software design patterns and microservices.
Experience with CloudFormation and AWS CDK.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with architects and development teams to design system architectures and data flows.
Assess how existing applications and interfaces can meet new enterprise initiatives.
Create technical specifications, architecture diagrams, and documentation.
Review code and infrastructure to align with standards.
Partner with stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business needs and technical requirements.
Develop proofs of concept and demonstrate to stakeholders.

Skills

Python

Java

NodeJS

AWS

CloudFormation

AWS CDK

Microservices

Software design patterns

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS CDK

CloudFormation

Job description

Alternate Locations: Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid Preferred : Preferred employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #: 74497

The Role at a Glance

We are excited to bring on an Application Development Analyst within Lincoln's retail solutions organization. This position will consult/assist in the design and development of scalable, high-performance software solutions across our value stream aligning with business goals and Lincoln's vision. You will collaborate closely with senior architects, stake holders from various units to ensure solutions meet both technical and enterprise standards.

What you'll be doing

Collaborate with senior architects and development teams to design system architectures, API and data flows.
Determines how existing applications, systems, databases, interfaces and/or hardware can interact to meet new and emerging enterprise initiatives.
Identifies potential application solutions by understanding increasingly complex business/technical problems and opportunities.
Participate in the creation of technical specifications, architecture diagrams and documentation.
Documents increasingly complex programs and procedures.
Conduct code and infrastructure review to align with architectural standards.
Partners with internal stakeholders to ensure that systems are designed, developed and implemented from a business point of view.
Consults and/or participates in the requirements, design and coding walkthroughs to ensure the development of quality solutions.
Proactively identifies areas for optimization and present/develop solutions.
Develop proof of concept and demonstrate it to all the stakeholders.
Maintains knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends, assesses the impact, and collaborates with management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions.
Champions and enhances organizational initiatives by positively influencing and supporting change management and/or departmental/enterprise initiatives.
Identifies and recommends process improvements that significantly reduce workloads or improve quality.

What we’re looking for

Must Haves (Required):

4 Year/Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Technology or Computer Engineering
3 – 5 Years experience in application development,
Experience with at least one of the following Python, Java, or NodeJS
Experience in cloud platforms specifically AWS.
Understanding of software design patterns, microservices architecture.
Experience in cloudFormation and AWS CDK

Nice to Haves (Preferred):

AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification
AWS Developer Associate certification

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 3, 2025, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What's it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What's in it for you:

Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
PTO/parental leave
Competitive 401K and employee benefits
Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
Tuition assistance program
Work arrangements that work for you
Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $69,000 - $124,600 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln's total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial are considered property of Lincoln Financial and are not subject to payment of agency fees.

Lincoln Financial is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, Veteran status, or genetic information. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.

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