Solution Architect

The Hartford; Hartford (AL); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hartford is seeking a transformative Solution Architect to join the Small Business IT team. You will design end-to-end solutions spanning AI, cloud, APIs, and microservices, aligning with reference architectures and business goals.

This role emphasizes agile delivery, strong communication, and leadership to drive portfolio modernization and digital-first outcomes. You will work in a hybrid setup, with an expectation to be in the Columbus, OH or Hartford, CT office three days per week,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Solution Architecture or related roles in a large enterprise.
• Experience delivering cloud-based solutions in AWS and/or Google Cloud.
• Proven ability to design end-to-end solutions aligning with business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Establish and drive end-to-end solution designs aligned to architecture standards.
• Translate strategy into designs for mobile, web, APIs, microservices, and cloud.
• Produce option analyses balancing strategy, security, reliability, and cost.
• Design SaaS and native cloud architectures to modernize assets.
• Advance identity and zero-trust patterns aligned with security standards.
• Collaborate on roadmaps and ensure non-functional requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to improve outcomes.
• Align to architecture governance with reviews and conformance checks.

Skills

Solution architecture

Small Commercial Insurance

Cloud-based solutions

Microservices

APIs & integrations

Generative AI & ML

CIAM & OAuth2

Web apps: Angular/React

Product thinking

Leadership & communication

Cloud certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Architect - IA07BE

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.

The Hartford is seeking a transformative, customer centric Solution Architect to join the Small Business IT team where we build and scale some of the industry’s best Small Business digital experiences from quote-to-bind-to-service. You’ll design solutions that power our Portfolio modernization, accelerate a robust invest agenda, and turn emerging tech into real customer and agent outcomes.

The Hartford is seeking a transformative, customer centric Solution Architect to join the Small Business IT team where we build and scale some of the industry’s best Small Business digital experiences from quote-to-bind-to-service. You’ll design solutions that power our Portfolio modernization, accelerate a robust invest agenda, and turn emerging tech into real customer and agent outcomes.

As a Small Business Solution Architect, you’ll define what’s next. Bring your deep application design expertise and outstanding communication skills to architect bold, end‑to‑end solutions that fuel our strategic business objectives. Our environment thrives on agility, where rapid experimentation and iterative learning are the norm, empowering you to design advanced AI and digital-first architectures that span multiple technologies and platforms. You’ll have a front‑row seat influencing leaders and shaping the future of our business vision. By tightly aligning technology strategies with real business goals, you’ll ensure our digital and AI‑first approach delivers truly impactful outcomes across the Small Business Portfolio. In Small Business, we’re recognized for our relentless pursuit of excellence, shaping industry‑leading customer and agent experiences, and pioneering platforms that drive speed, reliability, and results. If you’re energized by cutting‑edge technology Gen‑AI, advanced digital products, APIs, Microservices, Micro Frontends, Cloud‑first strategies, SaaS solutions, and more—the question is, this is your moment to shine among the best.

What you’ll do (day to day)

• Establish and drive clear, effective, and innovative solution designs aligning to The Hartford’s reference architectures, blueprints, and business and IT strategies across our Digital properties, with a focus on AI and strategic thinking.

• Translate strategy into end‑to‑end solution designs spanning mobile, responsive web, APIs, microservices/micro‑frontends, data, and cloud infrastructure.

• Produce option analyses and decision records balancing strategic alignment, security, reliability, complexity, and cost.

• Design solutions leveraging SaaS and Native Cloud architectures and services, focusing on rationalizing and modernizing assets.

• Advance digital identity and zero‑trust patterns across experiences; ensure alignment with enterprise security standards.

• Partner with value streams on roadmaps and increments; ensure designs meet non‑functional expectations and are operable (telemetry, SLOs, runbooks).

• Evaluate and land emerging Technologies where it demonstrably improves outcomes.

• Align to architecture governance: reviews, permits to build, conformance checks, and pragmatic exceptions when warranted.

This role will have a Hybrid work schedule, with the expectation of working in an office (Columbus, OH, or Hartford, CT) 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

What you’ll do (day to day)

• Establish and drive clear, effective, and innovative solution designs aligning to The Hartford’s reference architectures, blueprints, and business and IT strategies across our Digital properties, with a focus on AI and strategic thinking.

• Translate strategy into end‑to‑end solution designs spanning mobile, responsive web, APIs, microservices/micro‑frontends, data, and cloud infrastructure.

• Produce option analyses and decision records balancing strategic alignment, security, reliability, complexity, and cost.

• Design solutions leveraging SaaS and Native Cloud architectures and services, focusing on rationalizing and modernizing assets.

• Advance digital identity and zero‑trust patterns across experiences; ensure alignment with enterprise security standards.

• Partner with value streams on roadmaps and increments; ensure designs meet non‑functional expectations and are operable (telemetry, SLOs, runbooks).

• Evaluate and land emerging Technologies where it demonstrably improves outcomes.

• Align to architecture governance: reviews, permits to build, conformance checks, and pragmatic exceptions when warranted.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Solution Architecture, Application Architecture, or Senior Software Engineering within a large enterprise environment.

• Experience in the Small Commercial Insurance industry.

• Proven success designing and delivering cloud‑based solutions in AWS and/or Google Cloud.

• Experience with:

  • Microservices and service‑oriented architectures

  • API and event‑driven integrations (REST, SOAP)

• Hands‑on experience with Generative AI and Machine Learning, including:

  • Large Language Models (LLMs)

  • Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)

  • Semantic Search

  • Embedding Models

  • Agentic AI architectures

• Knowledge of Customer Identity & Access Management (CIAM) and modern authentication standards (OAuth2, OIDC).

• Experience building modern web applications using Angular, React, or similar frameworks.

• Strong understanding of:

  • APIs, REST, JSON, and HTTP standards

  • Cloud and hybrid‑cloud environments

  • Containerized applications and orchestration platforms

• Experience applying product thinking, measuring success through KPIs, and balancing reliability, scalability, and cost.

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and mentor technical teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• Cloud and Architecture certifications are a plus.

Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship. The company will not support the STEM OPT I-983 Training Plan endorsement for this position.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short‑term or annual bonuses, long‑term incentives, and on‑the‑spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$131,600 - $197,400

Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

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