Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Solution Architect

Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-10+ years of IT experience in solution architecture, systems analysis, and software engineering.
  • Hands-on experience with AI, Machine Learning, or LLMs architecture and solutions.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and Java, with a good grasp of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Deep understanding of modern (microservices, APIs) and traditional enterprise architecture.
  • Industry experience in healthcare or pharmacy benefits management is highly valued.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field is necessary; a master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Product Owners to define and scope technical solutions involving AI and traditional technologies.
  • Design and architect modern systems including enterprise platforms and Agentic AI tools.
  • Create rapid prototypes and proofs-of-concept using relevant programming languages and AI tools.
  • Facilitate technical discussions with business leaders and engineering teams, clarifying complex concepts.
  • Ensure the integration of new solutions with existing healthcare and data governance platforms.

Benefits

  • Lead innovation and influence the future of technology in healthcare.
  • Engage in high-impact projects that enhance member services.
  • Work at the cutting edge of AI applications in the healthcare sector.
  • Flexibility in work arrangements as this position is eligible for the Flex persona.
Full Job Description

Why it matters:

You are responsible for turning our business ideas into working systems. As the solution architect for our Pharmacy Value Stream, you will design both our traditional platforms and new Agentic AI tools. Your technical solutions will make our daily operations more efficient, reduce business costs, and ultimately improve the healthcare services we provide.

What you’ll do:

  • Partner with Product Owners at project initiation to define and scope technical solutions, covering both AI and traditional technologies.
  • Design and architect modern systems, from enterprise platforms to cutting-edge Agentic AI.
  • Build rapid prototypes and proofs-of-concept using Python, Java, and AI tools like Claude Code and Google Gemini.
  • Lead technical discussions with business leaders and engineering teams, translating complex ideas into clear action.
  • Ensure new solutions securely and efficiently integrate with our existing healthcare and data governance platforms.

What you’ll need:

  • 8-10+ years of IT experience across solution architecture, systems analysis, and software engineering.
  • Hands-on experience architecting or building solutions using AI, Machine Learning, or LLMs.
  • Proficiency in languages like Python or Java and a strong grasp of modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Deep understanding of both modern (microservices, APIs) and traditional enterprise architecture.
  • Industry experience in healthcare or pharmacy benefits management (PBM) is a major plus.
  • A bachelor's degree in a technical field (Computer Science, Data Science, etc.) is required; a master's is a plus.

Why you’ll love it here:

•    Lead innovation and shape the future of our technology.

•    Work on high-impact projects that directly improve member services.

•    Be at the forefront of applying advanced AI in the healthcare industry.

This position is eligible for the Flex persona.

Minimum Education Requirements:

High school degree or equivalent required unless otherwise noted above

Location
Boston, HinghamTime Type
Full time

Salary Range: $158,336.64 - $204,600.00


The job posting range is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future.  An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs and affordability.

This job is also eligible for variable pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and a suite of well-being benefits to eligible employees.

Note:  No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) is a state licensed private health insurance company under the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association with headquarters in Boston. It is the largest health plan in Massachusetts, serving 2.8 million members. BCBSMA is committed to providing access to high-quality, affordable health care to help improve the health and well-being of its members and the communities it serves.
Learn more about Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Size
3,700 employees
Industry
Founded
1937

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