Solutions Architect

Where you'll work:
Our flexible, hybrid work model offers the option to work remotely or in the office.

How you'll contribute:
As an Architect, you'll be responsible for defining and communicating the solution architecture for a specific project. That architecture depicts the components of the solution from an application, data, integration, infrastructure, network, security and IT operations aspect and the evolution of those components over time.

In this role, you'll get to:

Develop, communicate, and maintain the solution architecture for a project which typically entails modifying existing applications or implementing a SaaS application and integrating it with other applications. This includes developing the application, data, integration, infrastructure, network, security and IT operations views of the architecture and their alignment with the business architecture.
Collaborate with enterprise domain architects to ensure integrity of solution, alignment with enterprise architecture strategies and adherence to reference architectures and standards.
Work with internal and external delivery teams in validating the feasibility of the proposed solution.
Review the technical design created by delivery teams and ensure its alignment with the solution architecture.
Guide delivery teams throughout the development process.
Work closely with delivery teams throughout the development process to provide architecture guidance.
Participate in project planning and maintain related project architecture artifacts.

We're looking for people who have:

Business knowledge of or experience architecting solutions that support life insurance and annuities.
Experience working in a life insurance / annuities company is a plus.
5+ years of experience architecting solutions encompassing various aspects of architecture such as application, integration, information, security, operations, and infrastructure.
Ability to understand and apply abstract architectural concepts at a project and enterprise level.
Broad understanding of multiple technologies, reference architectures and design patterns in the areas of application, integration, information, security, operations, and infrastructure
Experience working with or knowledge of Azure Cloud Technologies is a plus.
Experience using one or more formal architecture frameworks such as TOGAF or Zachman; certification in any of them is a plus.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively convey architectural concepts to business and technology peers as well as senior management.
Effective influencing and negotiating skills.
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline and/or equivalent work experience, master's degree in computer science is a plus.

Research shows some people may not apply for a role if they don't check all the boxes of a job description. If you don't check every box listed, that's okay. We would love to hear from you.

What you'll receive:

Compensation – Base salary ranging from $95,000 - $125,000 plus competitive performance-based incentives determined by company and individual results.
Flexible Work Environment – Work remotely or in the office to better thrive in all areas of life.
Paid Time Off – Recharge with a minimum of 20 days of paid time off and 16 paid company holidays per calendar year plus paid volunteer time and paid study time.
Financial Health – Work toward achieving your financial goals through our 401(k) savings plan with company match (up to 6%) and annual company nondiscretionary contribution (3%), 15% employee stock purchase plan discount, and financial counseling services.
Health and Wellness – Enjoy competitive medical, vision, and dental plans plus tax-free health savings accounts with potential company contributions up to $1,000 per family.
Family Support – Care for loved ones with up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up dependent care, dependent care flexible spending account, and up to a $25,000 lifetime maximum during your adoption, infertility, or surrogacy journey.
Life and Disability Support – Gain access to company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability insurance.

The company and your department may occasionally gather in person throughout the year to foster a culture of belonging and promote team building. We'd love for you to join us during those company-wide and department-wide events to help you strengthen connections across the company.

Why join us?
Brighthouse Financial is on a mission to help people achieve financial security. Our company is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and we specialize in products designed to help people protect what they've earned and ensure it lasts.

We empower employees to collaborate, bring their passion to work, and make an impact. Our inclusive work environment fosters a culture that celebrates diverse backgrounds and experiences. You can find out more about our company culture by visiting brighthousefinancial.com/about-us/careers/.

We're proud to be a Fortune® 500 company** and recognized as one of the Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte by the Charlotte Business Journal. We're also honored to be named to Newsweek's list of Most Trustworthy Companies in America.

* Ranked by 2022 admitted assets. Best's Review®: Top 200 U.S. Life/Health Insurers. AM Best, 2023.
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