Career OpportunityRole TitleApplication ArchitectPurpose of roleThe Application Architect is responsible for the design of application architectures, conforming to organizational Enterprise Architecture principles and standards. This includes the design and implementation of application models and services within the over-all computing infrastructure and capturing the requirements for these services in order to identify the techniques and technologies required.The Application Architect is also responsible for identifying the types, the organization, and collaborations of software components needed for delivering the defined user services; as well as, assisting with the defining of data elements and models, ensuring the definitions are granular and pragmatic enough to allow business processes to be performed efficiently and effectively.Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesServe as the technical SME for a range of enterprise applications, providing direction on solution design and development in order to increase the value delivered by the technology landscape either through improvements to the efficiency of our technology environment or through reduction in the total cost of technology operationsContribute to architectural standards for all application services and componentsCreate certainty, clarity and simplicity within the IT Infrastructure by increasing re-use and reducing redundancy in applications and technology designsParticipate in the development, propagation and adoption of Enterprise Architecture Governance across IT through implementation of TOGAF principlesApply critical analysis as it relates to technical feasibility studies, system design artifacts, UML designs, and business requirement documentsEnsure that application architectures are flexible and support the business needs by maintaining an understanding of business strategies and infrastructure capabilitiesAssist with projects and initiatives by assessing proposals and designs for architectural compliance (application, data, infrastructure and business solutions) before, during and after implementationLead application performance assessmentIdentify and assess technologies that may have a significant impact on the technology or business environments or that may provide a cost savings to ForestersProvide creative solutions, alternatives and recommendations to business leaders in regards to application changes and enhancements.Key QualificationsUniversity degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent educational or professional experience and/or qualificationsUnderstanding of the life insurance business and financial services (e.g. Policy Administration, New Business/Underwriting, Claims, Billing, Compensation) is preferredAbility to define and design high quality application architectures that meet stakeholder requirements and that are consistent with enterprise architectural standards and industry implementations.Work experience in applying TOGAF and/or enterprise architecture frameworks within an organizationProven experience in application design patternsProven experience in .NET and Java technologiesProven experience in service-oriented architectures including ESB, service registries, SOAP, XML, web services, BPEL, integration design patterns, and governanceProven experience in Web technologies, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, Angular JS.Strong working knowledge of mainframe systemsStrong working knowledge of software development methodologies including RUP, Agile, Extreme Programming, SDLC, and WaterfallUnderstanding of information technology security, confidentiality and privacy practices and regulationsStrong verbal and written business and technical communication skillsAbility to map technology to business problems and vice-versaAbility to lead and inspire others through conviction and vision – able to market solutions and exercise influence through the power of ideas rather than by mandateStrong organizational skills with the ability to facilitate technical reviews or design sessionsSuperior analytical/problem solving and critical thinking abilitiesEffective time-management with the ability to work under constantly changing conditions and tight deadlines.#LI-HybridSalary Range:$88,000.00 - $132,000.00The actual base salary for this position will depend on several factors, including job-related skills, experience, and education. In addition to base pay, eligible employees may participate in a discretionary variable incentive plan, results are subject to both individual and company performance.Please note that this posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy; however, there may be instances where more than one vacancy is available for the same role.Equal Opportunity Employment and Inclusion – at Foresters Financial, we are committed to sustaining an equal opportunity environment for all job applicants. We embrace Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (IDE) as a core strategic objective for building strong, innovative teams in which all our employees can show up wholly and authentically as themselves.Foresters Financial strives to provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees with different abilities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodations during the recruitment process, please email in advance of your appointment.Thank you for choosing Foresters. Only those candidates who will be selected for further consideration will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.#J-18808-Ljbffr