Define and own the end-to-end technical architecture for the claims processor claims automation platform ecosystem, including workflow tools, user interfaces, and supporting services
Evaluate, recommend, and defend the target-state technology stack, balancing engineering needs, enterprise standards, vendor maturity, talent availability, and total cost of ownership
Establish the target architecture for modernization across legacy claims, payment, resolution, and reporting systems
Lead the technical execution of a multi-year mainframe modernization strategy
Define application modernization approaches (retain, refactor, re-platform, reimagine, replace) across a complex portfolio
Design integration patterns, APIs, and service models that decouple legacy platforms while maintaining operational continuity
Establish and enforce engineering standards, design patterns, and best practices across a large engineering organization
Mentor and coach senior engineers, principals, and architects to elevate overall technical capability
Serve as a trusted advisor to technology leadership, translating technical strategies into business outcomes

15+ years of progressive experience in software engineering, architecture, or platform engineering
5+ years of experience designing and implementing cloud-native architectures (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Strong experience designing enterprise-scale distributed systems and APIs
Proven ability to evaluate and select technology stacks for large-scale platforms
Demonstrated experience defining and executing multi-year modernization or transformation initiatives
Deep expertise in hybrid architecture patterns bridging legacy and modern platforms
Experience influencing and leading large engineering organizations through technical leadership (not positional authority)
Strong experience with high-volume transaction processing systems or enterprise platforms
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage executive stakeholders.

Distinguished Architect, Software Development – Claims Processing Platform

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