Solution Architect

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts Inc.; Hingham (MA); On-site; USD 158,336 - 204,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts Inc. is seeking a Solution Architect for the Pharmacy Value Stream to design efficient platforms and enhance healthcare services. The role involves defining technical solutions, designing systems, and integrating AI tools.

Candidates should have 8–10+ years of IT experience and a Bachelor's degree in a technical field. Salary range is $158,336.64 – $204,600.00, with strong benefits including paid time off and insurance.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of IT experience across solution architecture and systems analysis.
• Hands-on experience with AI, Machine Learning, or LLMs.
• Proficiency in Python or Java.

Responsibilities

• Define and scope technical solutions covering AI and traditional technologies.
• Design and architect modern systems.
• Lead technical discussions with business leaders.

Skills

IT experience

Solution architecture

AI and Machine Learning

Python

Java

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Healthcare experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science)

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Ready to help us transform healthcare? Bring your true colors to blue.

Overview

As the Solution Architect for our Pharmacy Value Stream, you will design both traditional platforms and new Agentic AI tools to make daily operations more efficient, reduce business costs, and improve healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Product Owners at project initiation to define and scope technical solutions, covering both AI and traditional technologies.
• Design and architect modern systems, from enterprise platforms to cutting‑edge Agentic AI.
• Build rapid prototypes and proofs‑of‑concept using Python, Java, and AI tools such as Claude Code and Google Gemini.
• Lead technical discussions with business leaders and engineering teams, translating complex ideas into clear action.
• Ensure new solutions securely and efficiently integrate with our existing healthcare and data governance platforms.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of IT experience across solution architecture, systems analysis, and software engineering.
• Hands‑on experience architecting or building solutions using AI, Machine Learning, or LLMs.
• Proficiency in languages such as Python or Java and strong understanding of modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Deep knowledge of both modern (microservices, APIs) and traditional enterprise architecture.
• Industry experience in healthcare or pharmacy benefits management (PBM) is a major plus.
• A bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science) is required; a master’s degree is a plus.

Benefits

• Salary range: $158,336.64 – $204,600.00, with variable pay eligibility.
• Generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k) plan.
• Well‑being benefits to eligible employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is an Equal Employment Employer – veterans/disability. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by law.