Job description

Remote opportunity - must live in the United States. This opportunity is full time, direct hire - We are unable to consider candidates requiring immigration sponsorship or work authorization now or in the future (including F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.) for this role. We are looking for a Technical (need to know how to code) Solutions Architect. This Solution Architect will work closely with system architects, business leaders, and technical teams to modernize the company’s integral core legacy system (Cobol) and lead the shift to a modern technology stack. This critical system underpins essential functions, such as policy evaluation, new business processing, and agency management. The modernization will dramatically enhance scalability and efficiency. Key responsibilities for this position include: Modernizing Legacy Systems: Leveraging modern technologies such as .NET, C#, Kubernetes, and Azure to develop a scalable, high-performing solution. Driving Scalability and Performance: Supporting prototypes that significantly reduce policy processing times and contributing to the implementation of these advancements across the organization. Collaborating on Systems Design: Ensuring the integration of multiple systems to support workflows across business lines, such as agent onboarding and new business processing, while aligning with enterprise standards. Hands-On Contributions: Participating in proof-of-concept work, mentoring system architects, and demonstrating best practices for complex technical challenges. Future-Proofing Systems: Anticipating future business needs to ensure scalability and flexibility in all technical solutions. The Team This Solution Architect will be joining a well-supported team dedicated to innovation and growth. Funding and resources have been allocated to modernization efforts, and leadership is highly invested in these initiatives. The team includes system architects and technical experts who will collaborate on integrating workflows and establishing architectural standards. Key Qualifications A minimum of 12 years of experience in software development, which will include 2–5 of those years in architecture roles. Strong expertise in .NET, C#, SQL, containerization (e.g., Kubernetes), and Azure. Demonstrated success with distributed, high-performing, scalable systems. Familiarity with legacy systems (while COBOL experience is not required, the ability to analyze older architectures is essential). Proficiency in enterprise integration patterns and architecture for seamless system connectivity. Financial Services experience A proactive mindset and the ability to learn new business domains as needed. Compensation and Benefits The position offers a competitive base salary of $135,000–$160,000, an annual bonus, and an outstanding retirement contribution. Total annual remuneration, including these components, is expected to range between $175,000 and $200,000. You will need to be able to working hours need to be able to overlap with the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. central time.

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