Enterprise Solutions Architect

Alternate Locations: Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania) Work Arrangement:Hybrid : Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln officeRelocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.Requisition #: 76261The Role at a GlanceThe Enterprise Solutions Architect is responsible for creating enterprise strategies and ensuring that application development teams adhere to enterprise architectural standards. Responsibilities include:Create and maintain strategies for various enterprise architectural capabilities (Integration, API, Digital Process Automation, e.g.).Architect cloud-native solutions using AWS services (S3, Redshift, Glue, Lambda, Athena, etc.) or similar technology to support risk analytics at scale.Review designs for architectural soundness and adherence to enterprise standards.Collaborate cross-functionally with Federated Architects, data scientists, risk managers, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.Mentor Federated Architects and influence technical standards and architecture decisions across application development teams.Maintain current AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification.What you'll be doingMaintains knowledge on current and emerging developments/trends for assigned area(s) of responsibility, assesses the impact, and collaborates with senior management to incorporate new trends and developments in current and future solutions.Directs and enhances organizational initiatives by positively influencing and supporting change management and/or departmental/enterprise initiatives within assigned area(s) of responsibility.Identifies and directs the implementation of process improvements that significantly improve quality across the team, department and/or business unit for his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility.Provides subject matter expertise to team members and applicable internal/external stakeholders on complex assignments/projects for his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility.Provides direction on complex assignments, projects, and/or initiatives to build and enhance the capability of his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility.Translate business strategies into a technology investment roadmap for their assigned business lineCollaborates with business and technology teams and serves as a subject matter expert to deliver and understand the complex technology roadmap for their assigned business line.Understands complex business unit needs and where business strategy is taking LFG from technology perspective and interpolates ways that systems can be used across enterprise.S/he will define and maintain complex target technology architectures for their assigned business unitResponsible for having an advanced understanding of IT industry trends and enterprise standards and methodology in the Insurance or Financial Services space.The role will be knowledgeable of the complex enterprise systems and applications, and can be called upon to provide subject matter expertise in multiple areas, i.e., Java-based Architectures, Data Analytics or Mobile applicationsInfluencing the technology solutions & technology investments that will deliver the business strategyProvides direction and guidance to scope and architect major technology change projects, leading strategic options analysis, proposing end-to-end solutions, and highlighting trade-offs and risksReview evolving designs of major technology projects to identify strategic opportunities and resolve design issues during deliveryEnsure IT projects align with strategic capabilities, target architectures & technology standards.Oversee the management of the application portfolio management system for their area(s) of responsibility.Identify key technology enablers to optimize Lincoln’s IT investments including new and innovative uses of emerging enterprise technology platformsInfluence key IT vendors and partners.What we’re looking for4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's) (Minimum Required)5 – 7+ Years of experience in Technology Architecture that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position (Required)Application DeadlineWhat’s it like to work here?At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. What’s in it for you:Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributesLeadership development and virtual training opportunitiesPTO/parental leaveCompetitive 401K and employee benefitsFree financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance programTuition assistance programWork arrangements that work for youEffective productivity/technology tools and trainingThe pay range for this position is $126,900 - $180,000 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.About The CompanyLincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services. With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach. Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. 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