The Travelers Companies, Inc

Data Architect - Data and Analytics

The Travelers Companies, Inc • $126K — $208K *
Hunt Valley, MD 21031In-Person
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in a technology-related field or equivalent experience.
  • 6 years of demonstrated engineering experience or 2-3 years in technology architecture.
  • Hands-on experience with modern architecture and engineering practices.
  • Leadership skills that promote team development and collaboration.
  • Experience in an agile operating model, preferably within the insurance technology sector.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design of data governance architecture and quality frameworks.
  • Establish enterprise standards for data lineage and governance processes.
  • Architect reference data patterns across business domains.
  • Collaborate to create AI-ready data guidelines and identify readiness gaps.
  • Work with engineering teams to ensure effective execution of architecture designs.
  • Ensure compliance alignment in data architecture decisions.
  • Drive the design and execution of technology proof of concepts.

Benefits

  • Health insurance available from day one for employees and dependents.
  • 401(k) match dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of eligible pay, with student loan debt contributions as well.
  • Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually plus nine paid holidays.
  • Access to a comprehensive wellness program including mental health services.
  • Encouragement and support for community involvement through volunteer and matching gift programs.
Full Job Description
Job Category

Technology

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range
$126,500.00 - $208,700.00

Target Openings

1

What Is the Opportunity?

Travelers is seeking an Architect to join our organization as we grow and transform our Enterprise Technology Solutions organization. Our Architects are responsible for designing and guiding the technology vision that enables business transformation, specializing in creating enterprise-wide solutions that bridge current capabilities with future possibilities. This strategic position requires expertise in cloud-native technologies, APIs, AI/ML, and emerging platforms to establish scalable architectures where business applications can evolve and thrive. The ideal candidate orchestrates the technical strategy that empowers development teams - defining target states, creating technology roadmaps, and establishing architectural frameworks that accelerate innovation while maintaining standards and governance. As the essential bridge between business strategy and technical implementation, this role directly impacts organizational agility, system integration, and the enterprise's ability to rapidly adapt and scale technology solutions across the business landscape.What Will You Do?
  • Lead the design and stewardship of BSI's data governance architecture, data traceability standards, and quality frameworks, alongside oversight of reference and shared data management - with heightened emphasis on data integrity as a critical enabler of AI/ML model training and regulatory reporting.
  • Establish and maintain enterprise standards for data lineage, data quality measurement, and governance processes, developed in close partnership with data governance stakeholders across the organization.
  • Responsible for architecting reference and shared data patterns that underpin all business domains - Management Liability, Surety, and Claims - alongside the Analytical domain, ensuring a unified and governed approach to shared data assets across the enterprise.
  • Collaborate with Enterprise teams to establish guidelines for AI-ready data, while identifying gaps and defining a clear roadmap to advance BSI's overall data readiness.
  • Collaborate closely with the Data Engineering Value Stream to drive data governance implementation and engage with the Enterprise teams to align on and advance cross-enterprise data standards.
  • Ensure data architecture decisions support and align with regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Partner with senior leaders across Technology and Business to define architecture priorities, align on strategic direction, and ensure architectural decisions are firmly grounded in business imperatives.
  • Collaborate with Enterprise architecture and center of excellence teams to define and advance architectural patterns aligned with modern principles; producing best practices, reference materials, and instructional videos that drive consistent adoption across the organization.
  • Develop architecture designs and patterns, partnering with engineering teams to ensure effective execution and delivery.
  • Build and sustain close working relationships with engineering teams, ensuring the right skills are developed and aligned to support evolving technology direction.
  • Champions modern architecture principles and technology modernization, bringing clear thought leadership and a forward-looking perspective to drive meaningful change.
  • Proactively identifies opportunities to leverage emerging technology advances by analyzing key industry and technology trends and assessing their potential impact on the enterprise.
  • Drive the design and execution of technology proof of concepts, ensuring modern architecture solutions are rigorously assessed for feasibility and fit before implementation.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
  • Technical Expertise & Education:
  • Bachelor's in technology related field or equivalent with 6 years of demonstrated engineering experience or 2 to 3 years of technology architecture experience.
  • Recent hands-on architecture and/or engineering experience with modern technologies.
  • Experience with successful execution of modernizing technology initiatives.
  • Leadership & Influence:
  • Intermediate leadership skills with the ability to foster a supportive learning environment where team members can develop and grow along with a proven track record of self-motivation in identifying opportunities and tracking team efforts.
  • Strategic & Business Acumen:
  • Experience working in an agile operating model.
  • Insurance technology experience preferred.
  • Understanding of value creation and business capability models.
  • Knowledge of the insurance industry.
  • Able to identify and analyze current/future problems and opportunities, evaluate information to understand root causes, and explore alternative solutions for effective decision-making.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with teammates to achieve mutually responsible results.
  • Experience exercising sound judgment, making decisions and committing to a position.
  • Effective verbal, written and listening communication skills.


What is a Must Have?
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, related STEM field, or its equivalent in education and/or work experience.
  • 4 additional years of architecture/software engineering experience.


What Is in It for You?
  • Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
  • Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

About The Travelers Companies, Inc

Travelers is an insurance leader, committed to keeping pace with the ever-changing needs of their customers and anticipating their needs for the future. There is no stronger testament to their dedication to protecting customers from loss than their continued innovation and ability to transform their industry. In fact, from the first-ever auto and space travel policies and hybrid car discount, to the 2009 founding of The Travelers Institute for public policy, their history of advancements has propelled their company—and their industry—towards ever higher standards for customers. Travelers is a company that works hard at the science of what they do: they analyze information, process perspectives and measure results to create the best combination of products and services. They work equally hard at customer service and how they interact with the people whom they do business. Over the years, they've strived to earn their customer's loyalty by continually improving their abilities to listen and respond to their needs.

The Travelers Companies, Inc Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Travelers Companies, Inc, a leader in the insurance industry, and propel your career to new heights with a company known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional growth.

Explore Job Opportunities and Growth

At The Travelers Companies, Inc, we offer a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Whether you're seeking a position in management, customer service, underwriting, or IT, we have a place for you. Our commitment to professional growth means we provide unparalleled career advancement tools and leadership training to help you climb the ladder of success.

Internship Programs: A Gateway to Employment

Kickstart your career with our dynamic internship programs. These opportunities are designed not just to teach, but to challenge and expand your understanding of the industry. Internships at Travelers are a perfect way to enhance your resume and gain valuable real-world experience, making you a competitive candidate for future employment.

Culture and Benefits

At The Travelers Companies, Inc, we pride ourselves on a culture that fosters diversity, networking, and innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other's professional and personal growth. The benefits at Travelers are comprehensive, designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, including health, wellness, and continuous education.

Hiring Process: What to Expect

Our hiring process is straightforward and transparent, designed to find passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. From the initial application and resume submission to the interview, we ensure that every candidate is treated with respect and given a fair chance to demonstrate their capabilities.

Career Development and Training

We believe in nurturing talent and providing our team with the tools they need to succeed. Our career development programs include professional training, diversity training, and skills enhancement workshops. These resources are tailored to foster innovation and empower our employees with the latest industry knowledge and best practices.

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Learn more about The Travelers Companies, Inc
Size
30,800 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1853
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$32 billion
NASDAQ
TRV
* Ladders Estimates

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