Cloud Infrastructure Architect

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development. Job Summary The Healthspring Medicare Technology Operations organization is looking for an experienced, innovative and skilled Cloud Infrastructure Architect. The Cloud Infrastructure Architect will play a key role in delivering scalable and reliable cloud-based solutions. Working closely with diverse teams, you will play a key role in every aspect of cloud architecture, from planning and design to deployment and optimization, ensuring our cloud projects are innovative and deliver value in the ever-changing landscape of cloud technology. Required Job Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in network engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline. Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience. Proven track record of technical leadership. Solid understanding of foundational machine learning concepts and algorithms and extensive experience deploying production‑grade machine learning solutions. Extensive experience in at least one cloud platform (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and well‑versed in associated machine learning services, such as Amazon SageMaker, Azure ML, and Databricks. Work with the infrastructure and cloud provisioning teams to implement Azure cloud infrastructure solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools. Offer technical leadership on high‑impact projects, ensuring they meet quality standards and are aligned with the organization’s objectives. Lead the development, deployment and management of ML models into production, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and monitoring model performance. Influence and coach a distributed team of engineers and facilitate alignment and clarity across teams on goals. Excellent communication and technical presentation skills. Able to think strategically and tactically and build consensus to make programs successful. Hands‑on experience of 4‑6 years with Python, Django, FastAPI. Experience of 2‑4 years in deploying infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Azure Bicep or Terraform). Hands‑on experience in one or several of the following areas: Machine Learning, Data Engineering, DevOps and MLOps. Experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD, unit testing, and AGILE development. Exposure working with ML teams and deploying models in domains such as convex optimization, statistical models, time‑series models, and Reinforcement Learning/DRL. Experience developing and deploying monitoring tools such as ElasticSearch and Grafana. Preferred Job Qualifications Post‑graduate qualifications in Computer Science, Data Engineering or professional qualifications in Advanced Data Design, Big Data. Extensive experience with Azure ML tools and services. Experience in implementing Generative AI solutions. Proven experience designing and managing cloud infrastructure for enterprise applications. Expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure Cloud. Strong understanding of security and compliance frameworks. Strong knowledge of network architecture, virtualized environments, and security protocols. Effective communication and collaboration skills. Previous experience as Cloud Architect or similar role. Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills. Working knowledge of agile principles, and experience leading in a Scaled Agile paradigm. Medicare/Medicaid knowledge. Experience with a cloud platform such as AWS and the services available there to build and host applications. Key services: S3, Lambda, CloudFront, API Gateway, DynamoDB/RDS, IAM, KMS. Experience with ECS/EKS, Docker and Kubernetes is an advantage. Pay Transparency Statement At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to support our employees’ life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives. The compensation offered will vary depending on your job‑related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and conditions of the plan. Base Pay Range $112,200.00 - $202,600.00 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. HCSC Employment Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need an accommodation or assistance in using the Careers website or completing the application process, you can call View phone number on click.appcast.io to request reasonable accommodations. Please note that only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned. All applications, including resumes, must be submitted through HCSC's Career website online application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr