Lead Solution Architect: Enterprise Architecture Leader

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is seeking a Lead Solution Architect to guide architecture for business and IT projects. You will ensure sustainable design, balance enterprise needs, manage complex initiatives, and reduce technical debt.

The role requires extensive domain experience, leadership in architecture practices, and the ability to interact with senior leadership. Louisiana residency preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field required; four years of related experience can substitute.
• 7 years of technical leadership and hands‑on implementation experience.
• Experience in solution, domain, or enterprise architecture.
• Advanced knowledge of Solution Architecture, ALM, and software development standards and best practices.
• Healthcare industry experience and understanding of HIPAA are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads the solution architecture process and publishes the Solution Blueprint document.
• Ensures alignment with BCBSLA Reference Architecture components across projects.
• Mentors architects, engineers and analysts to grow architectural maturity.
• Collaborates with Project Portfolio to maximize reuse and shared services.
• Facilitates Architecture Review Board discussions and reports on architectural metrics.

Job description

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana is seeking a Lead Solution Architect to guide architecture for business and IT projects. You will ensure sustainable design, balance enterprise needs, manage complex initiatives, and reduce technical debt.

The role requires extensive domain experience, leadership in architecture practices, and the ability to interact with senior leadership. Louisiana residency preferred.