Role Overview

You are responsible for defining commercially aware and technically astute solutions that both align to and inform architectural direction while balancing the typical constraints evident on project delivery, principally across a range of global and shared assets within Cigna International HealthYour role is embedded within the Cigna International Health Delivery Services function that works collaboratively with senior stakeholders to define strategic direction, thereafter, ensuring that intent is reflected in business solutions.You will be comfortable leading and defining effective business solutions within complex project environments, demonstrating the maturity to build strong working relationships across Business, IT, and 3rd Party stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Drive the definition and delivery of solution designs in an agile environment, working through business and technical requirements to describe a holistic view of a target service that meets both business and operational expectations across a range of global assets and services that aligns to strategic roadmapsContribute to the development of strategic roadmaps, architectures and technology standards and the adoption of new technologiesDevelop and maintain all relevant architectural artefactsParticipate in and be a key contributor to architectural governance processesDevelop expertise and knowledge of key assets and platforms across a broad spectrum of architectural concerns – application, data, integration, infrastructure, deployment and operations, security etc.Provide technical leadership and strategic guidance on integration strategies, standards and best practices aligning with health insurance business objectives and driving digital transformation initiativesIdentify, assess and implement appropriate management strategies for architectural risksCollaborate with and mentor/support colleagues within the architecture and delivery teams to promote adoption of best practicesActively participate in the full project lifecycle from early shaping of high-level estimates and delivery plans through to active governance of the solution as it is developed and built in later phasesAccountable for the architecture and quality assurance of key design elements across a wide range of solutions and systemsBecome a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders promoting modernisation and simplification of the technology landscape aligned with strategic roadmaps

Skills and Experience

At least 10 years of Technology experience and 4 years in a Solution Architecture or Lead Technical Design role. Breadth of experience and technical acumen across applications, data, integration, infrastructure, security, service management, business process architecture capabilitiesCommercial awareness incorporating financial planning and budgetingA track record of working successfully in a globally dispersed team would be beneficialProven experience in designing, implementing and governing integration architectures that enable seamless data exchange between disparate systems, applications and services, utilizing technologies such as APIs, microservices, messaging queues, ESBs, and iPaaSProficiency in using architecture design and modelling tools (e.g. SAP Lean IX, IBM Rational Software, ArchiMate etc.)Expertise in using integration platform & tools and data transformation & mapping tools

About The Cigna Group

Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.