Principal Architect

Highmark Health; Kentucky; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Architect to lead the development and implementation of complex architectural strategies. This pivotal role involves shaping innovative solutions that align with business needs, championing best practices, and mentoring a team of architects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in architecture frameworks, strategic thinking, and a passion for emerging technologies. Join this dynamic organization where your expertise will drive innovation and continuous improvement across various domains. This is a unique opportunity to influence decision-making at a high level and foster a culture of collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in architecture, design, and implementation of complex systems.
• Expertise in strategic thinking and influencing decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of complex architecture vision and strategy.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on architectural solutions.

Skills

Architecture frameworks and methodologies

Software Development

Knowledge of emerging technologies

Strategic thinking and influencing

Critical thinking and decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Computer Science

Job description

This role serves as a thought leader and strategic advisor, shaping and driving the evolution of complex architecture strategies across multiple domains. Responsibilities include the development, implementation, and optimization of innovative solutions that align with business capabilities and needs, ensuring a holistic and integrated approach. This incumbent champions the adoption of best practices and emerging technologies, driving innovation and continuous improvement across the organization. This role provides expert guidance and mentorship to a team of architects, fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing, while collaborating with senior stakeholders to influence decision-making and ensure alignment on complex architectural solutions.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and articulation of complex architecture vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategic initiatives. Champion the adoption of best practices and emerging technologies, driving innovation and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across the organization, influencing decision-making and ensuring alignment on complex architectural solutions.
• Lead the evaluation and selection of new technologies and solutions, ensuring they meet the organization's evolving needs and strategic direction. Develop and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation, ensuring clarity and consistency across all stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges, ensuring the successful implementation and ongoing operation of complex architectures. Serve as a subject matter expert and advocate for architectural best practices, contributing to the development of organizational standards and policies.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship, fostering a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

EXPERIENCE

Required

• 10 years of experience in Architecture, design, and implementation of complex systems and solutions.

SKILLS

• Architecture frameworks and methodologies
• Software Development
• Knowledge of emerging technologies
• Strategic thinking and influencing
• Critical thinking and decision making

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or closely related discipline

Preferred

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or closely related discipline

LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• None

Preferred

• None

Language (Other than English) :

None

Travel Requirement : 0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office- or Remote-based

Teaches / trains others

Occasionally

Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Rarely

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products / services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required

Lifting : up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting : 10 to 25 pounds

Occasionally

Lifting : 25 to 50 pounds

Rarely

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