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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas · 19 hours ago

Enterprise Application Architect

Topeka, KS

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$126K/yr - $157K/yr

8+ years exp

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is seeking a Senior Enterprise Application Architect responsible for designing, developing, and approving IT system and application architectures. This role ensures clean integration with the enterprise technical and data environments while establishing application architecture standards and best practices aligned with business objectives.

Financial ServicesHealth Care

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and approve application architectures that integrate cleanly into BCBSKS’s enterprise technical and data architecture

Create, document, and maintain application architecture standards, development best practices, and coding guidelines

Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and consulting for application development teams

Participate in architectural reviews, design sessions, and technology evaluations to guide project teams

Research and evaluate application development tools, frameworks, and emerging technologies for potential adoption

Ensure selected technologies align with business objectives, security policies, and enterprise standards

Provide recommendations for modernization, integration, and automation opportunities—including AI enablement and responsible adoption

Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable, secure, and maintainable application architectures

Partner with the AI Governance Committee and technical teams to identify and enable AI and automation opportunities within the application portfolio

Qualification

Microsoft Azure servicesAPI designIntegrationEnterprise data integrationSecurity architectureAI/ML servicesCI/CD pipelinesEnterprise architecture methodologiesMentoringStrategic thinkingCollaboration

Required

High school diploma required

Minimum of 8 years progressive IT experience with 5 years' experience in an architectural role performing design, development, and support of enterprise systems required

Demonstrated ability to define, govern, and evolve enterprise application architectures, aligning technology strategies with organizational goals and ensuring architectural coherence across business domains

Deep proficiency in Microsoft Azure services (App Services, AKS, Functions, API Management, Logic Apps, DevOps) and experience modernizing applications using microservices, containerization, and event-driven, API-first designs

Proven expertise in designing secure, scalable APIs and integrations using RESTful patterns, message queues, and tools such as Azure Service Bus, Event Hubs, or MuleSoft, ensuring seamless interoperability across enterprise systems

Strong understanding of enterprise data integration, cloud data platforms (Azure Synapse, Databricks, data lakes), and governance models that enable data-driven insights and analytics at scale

Comprehensive knowledge of IAM, OAuth2/SAML, data privacy, and regulatory compliance (e.g., HIPAA), with the ability to design secure architectures and embed security by design across the SDLC

Experience with CI/CD pipelines, IaC (Terraform/Bicep), automated testing, and version control (GitHub/Azure Repos), driving efficiency, repeatability, and quality in solution delivery

Proven track record leading cross-functional teams, mentoring developers and solution architects, and fostering a collaborative culture that balances innovation with architectural discipline

Exceptional ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for business and executive stakeholders; skilled at building consensus and influencing architectural decisions

Strategic thinker committed to staying current with emerging technologies, trends in AI and cloud computing, and evolving enterprise architecture methodologies (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate) to drive continuous modernization and business value

Preferred

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred

Certifications in cloud architecture or enterprise design or related fields (i.e., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional) or equivalent preferred

Experience with enterprise architecture methodologies and frameworks, including TOGAF, Zachman, or ArchiMate preferred

Benefits

Incentive pay program (EPIP)

Health/Vision/Dental insurance

6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers

Fertility/Adoption assistance

2 weeks paid caregiver leave

5% 401(k) plan matching

Tuition reimbursement

Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

Company

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is a mutual insurance company provides Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Life Insurance.

Founded in 1942

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.bcbsks.com

H1B Sponsorship

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