Blue Shield Of California
Enterprise Architect, Consultant
Blue Shield Of California, Oakland, California, United States, 94616
Job Description
Your Role
The Enterprise Architecture & Innovation team helps manage and align Blue Shield of California's technology infrastructure with its business goals, ensuring that independently conceived and deployed solutions do not lead to unnecessarily complicated and expensive siloed systems. It defines the enterprise business & technology capabilities and their relationships to run, grow, and transform the business. The Enterprise Architect, Consultant will report to the Enterprise Architecture, Business Portfolios and Application Architecture leader. In this role, you will combine a deep understanding of technology, applications, industry best practices, business processes, and architectural patterns to drive business and IT transformation initiatives that meet our enterprise objectives.
In this role, you will collaborate with business and technology leaders, stakeholders, engineers, and analysts to understand strategic business initiatives and develop technical solutions that satisfy those needs. This individual has extensive knowledge in multiple business and architecture domains, is forward-thinking, and is well-versed in emerging technologies and trends. Must possess the excellent interpersonal skills necessary to articulate the value of a strong enterprise architecture function to critical business stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Your Work
In this role, you will: Develop and maintain reference architecture for digital channel (web, mobile, chat, email, voice) technology stack, including the definition of application, data, integration, and infrastructure layers Define integration architecture for interfaces between digital channels and other enterprise applications such as Facets, Snowflake data warehouse, and several major business applications Develop solution architectures for various business initiatives that have a dependency on digital experiences Be responsible for the development and maintenance of enterprise architecture blueprints that articulate our business strategy, future state business and technology architecture, and multiyear execution roadmap Collaborate with other architects to create and document standards and patterns that can be leveraged for future re-use, and actively seek opportunities to leverage industry solutions for new business offerings and services Develop and maintain reference architecture which includes the reference model, guiding principles, standards, patterns, and usage guidelines Create contextual and conceptual models that help document and simplify potentially complex topics Manage the creation and maintenance of models that identify interdependencies between business units, roles, associated capabilities, and technologies Qualifications
Your Knowledge and Experience
Requires at least 8 years relevant business and IT experience Requires at least 2 years of experience in an architecture role BS in Computer Science, Science, or Engineering highly preferred; BS or BA in other disciplines is acceptable, supplemented with adequate relevant experience Experience with omni-channel digital technologies strongly desired, including experience defining architecture solutions for web, mobile, chat, mobile push notification, and email campaign channels, as well as supporting technologies, such as: content management, profile & preference management, context awareness management, intelligent search, customer communication management, personalization engine, UX management, knowledge management Deep understanding of healthcare and industry technologies is critical At least 3 years of experience working in the healthcare industry preferred MS in Computer Science or related disciplines is preferred A strong track record of architectural practice and success in a large environment Enterprise Architecture Methodology certification preferred Pay Range:
The pay range for this role is: $ 119130.00 to $ 178860.00 for California.
Note:
Please note that this range represents the pay range for this and many other positions at Blue Shield that fall into this pay grade. Blue Shield salaries are based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, location (California, Bay area, or outside California), and current employee salaries for similar roles.
About the Team
Blue Shield of California's mission is to ensure all Californians have access to high-quality health care at a sustainably affordable price. We are transforming health care in a way that genuinely serves our nonprofit mission by lowering costs, improving quality, and enhancing the member and physician experience.
To fulfill our mission, we must ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and fully contribute to meet the needs of the multifaceted communities we serve. Our continued commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion upholds our values and advances our goal of creating a healthcare system that is worthy of our family and friends while addressing health disparities, promoting social justice, and integrating health equity through our products, business practices, and presence as a corporate citizen.
Blue Shield has received awards and recognition for being a certified Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work, Military Friendly Employer, People Companies that Care, a Leading Disability Employer, and one of California's top companies in volunteering and giving. Here at Blue Shield, we strive to make a positive change across our industry and communities - join us!
Our Values:
Honest . We hold ourselves to the highest ethical and integrity standards. We build trust by doing what we say we're going to do and by acknowledging and correcting where we fall short. Human . We strive to be our authentic selves, listening and communicating effectively, and showing empathy towards others by walking in their shoes. Courageous . We stand up for what we believe in and are committed to the hard work necessary to achieve our ambitious goals. Our Workplace Model:
At Blue Shield of California, we believe in fostering a workplace environment that balances purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility. As we continue to evolve our workplace model, our focus remains on creating spaces where our people can connect with purpose - whether working in the office or through a hybrid approach - by providing clear expectations while respecting the diverse needs of our workforce.
Two Ways of Working:
Hybrid (Default):
Work from a business unit-approved office at least two (2) times per month (for roles below Director-level) or once per week (for Director-level roles and above).Exceptions: Member-facing and approved out-of-state roles remain remote. Employees living more than 50 miles from their assigned offices are expected to work with their managers on a plan for periodic office visits. For employees with medical conditions that may impact their ability to work in-office, we are committed to engaging in an interactive process and providing reasonable accommodations to ensure their work environment is conducive to their success and well-being.
On-Site:
Work from a business unit-approved
office
an average of four (4) or more days a week.
Physical Requirements:
Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day.
Please click here for further physical requirement detail.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.
Your Role
The Enterprise Architecture & Innovation team helps manage and align Blue Shield of California's technology infrastructure with its business goals, ensuring that independently conceived and deployed solutions do not lead to unnecessarily complicated and expensive siloed systems. It defines the enterprise business & technology capabilities and their relationships to run, grow, and transform the business. The Enterprise Architect, Consultant will report to the Enterprise Architecture, Business Portfolios and Application Architecture leader. In this role, you will combine a deep understanding of technology, applications, industry best practices, business processes, and architectural patterns to drive business and IT transformation initiatives that meet our enterprise objectives.
In this role, you will collaborate with business and technology leaders, stakeholders, engineers, and analysts to understand strategic business initiatives and develop technical solutions that satisfy those needs. This individual has extensive knowledge in multiple business and architecture domains, is forward-thinking, and is well-versed in emerging technologies and trends. Must possess the excellent interpersonal skills necessary to articulate the value of a strong enterprise architecture function to critical business stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Your Work
In this role, you will: Develop and maintain reference architecture for digital channel (web, mobile, chat, email, voice) technology stack, including the definition of application, data, integration, and infrastructure layers Define integration architecture for interfaces between digital channels and other enterprise applications such as Facets, Snowflake data warehouse, and several major business applications Develop solution architectures for various business initiatives that have a dependency on digital experiences Be responsible for the development and maintenance of enterprise architecture blueprints that articulate our business strategy, future state business and technology architecture, and multiyear execution roadmap Collaborate with other architects to create and document standards and patterns that can be leveraged for future re-use, and actively seek opportunities to leverage industry solutions for new business offerings and services Develop and maintain reference architecture which includes the reference model, guiding principles, standards, patterns, and usage guidelines Create contextual and conceptual models that help document and simplify potentially complex topics Manage the creation and maintenance of models that identify interdependencies between business units, roles, associated capabilities, and technologies Qualifications
Your Knowledge and Experience
Requires at least 8 years relevant business and IT experience Requires at least 2 years of experience in an architecture role BS in Computer Science, Science, or Engineering highly preferred; BS or BA in other disciplines is acceptable, supplemented with adequate relevant experience Experience with omni-channel digital technologies strongly desired, including experience defining architecture solutions for web, mobile, chat, mobile push notification, and email campaign channels, as well as supporting technologies, such as: content management, profile & preference management, context awareness management, intelligent search, customer communication management, personalization engine, UX management, knowledge management Deep understanding of healthcare and industry technologies is critical At least 3 years of experience working in the healthcare industry preferred MS in Computer Science or related disciplines is preferred A strong track record of architectural practice and success in a large environment Enterprise Architecture Methodology certification preferred Pay Range:
The pay range for this role is: $ 119130.00 to $ 178860.00 for California.
Note:
Please note that this range represents the pay range for this and many other positions at Blue Shield that fall into this pay grade. Blue Shield salaries are based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, location (California, Bay area, or outside California), and current employee salaries for similar roles.
About the Team
Blue Shield of California's mission is to ensure all Californians have access to high-quality health care at a sustainably affordable price. We are transforming health care in a way that genuinely serves our nonprofit mission by lowering costs, improving quality, and enhancing the member and physician experience.
To fulfill our mission, we must ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and fully contribute to meet the needs of the multifaceted communities we serve. Our continued commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion upholds our values and advances our goal of creating a healthcare system that is worthy of our family and friends while addressing health disparities, promoting social justice, and integrating health equity through our products, business practices, and presence as a corporate citizen.
Blue Shield has received awards and recognition for being a certified Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work, Military Friendly Employer, People Companies that Care, a Leading Disability Employer, and one of California's top companies in volunteering and giving. Here at Blue Shield, we strive to make a positive change across our industry and communities - join us!
Our Values:
Honest . We hold ourselves to the highest ethical and integrity standards. We build trust by doing what we say we're going to do and by acknowledging and correcting where we fall short. Human . We strive to be our authentic selves, listening and communicating effectively, and showing empathy towards others by walking in their shoes. Courageous . We stand up for what we believe in and are committed to the hard work necessary to achieve our ambitious goals. Our Workplace Model:
At Blue Shield of California, we believe in fostering a workplace environment that balances purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility. As we continue to evolve our workplace model, our focus remains on creating spaces where our people can connect with purpose - whether working in the office or through a hybrid approach - by providing clear expectations while respecting the diverse needs of our workforce.
Two Ways of Working:
Hybrid (Default):
Work from a business unit-approved office at least two (2) times per month (for roles below Director-level) or once per week (for Director-level roles and above).Exceptions: Member-facing and approved out-of-state roles remain remote. Employees living more than 50 miles from their assigned offices are expected to work with their managers on a plan for periodic office visits. For employees with medical conditions that may impact their ability to work in-office, we are committed to engaging in an interactive process and providing reasonable accommodations to ensure their work environment is conducive to their success and well-being.
On-Site:
Work from a business unit-approved
office
an average of four (4) or more days a week.
Physical Requirements:
Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day.
Please click here for further physical requirement detail.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.