VP Enterprise Architecture
GuideWell, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
VP Of Enterprise Architecture
We are looking for a visionary and pragmatic technology executive to lead our Enterprise Architecture function. As VP of Enterprise Architecture, you will own the architectural direction of our entire technology estate defining the standards, patterns, and principles that guide how we build, buy, and integrate technology across the enterprise. You will establish and run the Architecture Office, ensuring that every solution we deliver is aligned to our long-term technology strategy, scalable for future growth, and directly in service of business and clinical outcomes.
This is a high-influence, cross-cutting leadership role that sits at the intersection of technology strategy and business execution. You will serve as the authoritative voice on enterprise technology direction, operating as a trusted advisor to the CIO, senior technology leaders, and business executives. You will define where our technology is going and ensure the entire organization is building toward it.
Key Responsibilities:
Enterprise Architecture Strategy & Vision
Architecture Office Leadership
Architecture Governance & Standards
Cloud & Infrastructure Architecture
Data & Integration Architecture
Application & Software Architecture
Security Architecture
Stakeholder Engagement & Technology Leadership
Key Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or additional related work experience
10+ years in technology, with 7+ years in enterprise or solution architecture roles
5+ years in a senior technology leadership position
Healthcare Domain Expertise
Architecture Leadership
Executive Communication
Cross-Functional Influence
Strategic Thinking
Enterprise Architecture Frameworks
Cloud Platforms
Integration & API Architecture
Data Architecture
Healthcare Interoperability
Security Architecture
AI & Emerging Technology
Preferred:
TOGAF certification or equivalent enterprise architecture credential.
Experience leading enterprise architecture in a health plan, managed care organization, or large healthcare payer environment.
Familiarity with CMS regulations, NCQA accreditation requirements, and their implications for technology and data architecture.
Experience with large-scale platform modernization or legacy transformation programs in a regulated healthcare environment.
Exposure to AI/ML platform architecture and experience governing AI solutions within an enterprise architecture framework.
Cloud architecture certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or GCP Professional Cloud Architect)
What We Offer:
As a Florida Blue employee, you will thrive in our Be Well, Work Well, GuideWell culture where being well as an individual, and working well as a team, are both important in serving our members and communities. To support your wellbeing, comprehensive benefits are offered. As an employee, you will have access to:
Medical, dental, vision, life and global travel health insurance;
Income protection benefits: life insurance, short- and long-term disability programs;
Leave programs to support personal circumstances;
Retirement Savings Plan including employer match;
Paid time off, volunteer time off, 10 holidays and 2 well-being days;
Additional voluntary benefits available; and
A comprehensive wellness program
Employee benefits are designed to align with federal and state employment laws. Benefits may vary based on the state in which work is performed. Benefits for intern, part-time and seasonal employees may differ. To support your financial wellbeing, we offer competitive pay as well as opportunities for incentive or commission compensation. We also conduct regular annual reviews with pay for performance considerations for base pay increases. Final pay will be determined with consideration of market competitiveness, internal equity, and the job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience you bring. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to cultivating a work experience where everyone feels like they belong and can perform at their best in pursuit of our mission. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
We are looking for a visionary and pragmatic technology executive to lead our Enterprise Architecture function. As VP of Enterprise Architecture, you will own the architectural direction of our entire technology estate defining the standards, patterns, and principles that guide how we build, buy, and integrate technology across the enterprise. You will establish and run the Architecture Office, ensuring that every solution we deliver is aligned to our long-term technology strategy, scalable for future growth, and directly in service of business and clinical outcomes.
This is a high-influence, cross-cutting leadership role that sits at the intersection of technology strategy and business execution. You will serve as the authoritative voice on enterprise technology direction, operating as a trusted advisor to the CIO, senior technology leaders, and business executives. You will define where our technology is going and ensure the entire organization is building toward it.
Key Responsibilities:
Enterprise Architecture Strategy & Vision
Architecture Office Leadership
Architecture Governance & Standards
Cloud & Infrastructure Architecture
Data & Integration Architecture
Application & Software Architecture
Security Architecture
Stakeholder Engagement & Technology Leadership
Key Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or additional related work experience
10+ years in technology, with 7+ years in enterprise or solution architecture roles
5+ years in a senior technology leadership position
Healthcare Domain Expertise
Architecture Leadership
Executive Communication
Cross-Functional Influence
Strategic Thinking
Enterprise Architecture Frameworks
Cloud Platforms
Integration & API Architecture
Data Architecture
Healthcare Interoperability
Security Architecture
AI & Emerging Technology
Preferred:
TOGAF certification or equivalent enterprise architecture credential.
Experience leading enterprise architecture in a health plan, managed care organization, or large healthcare payer environment.
Familiarity with CMS regulations, NCQA accreditation requirements, and their implications for technology and data architecture.
Experience with large-scale platform modernization or legacy transformation programs in a regulated healthcare environment.
Exposure to AI/ML platform architecture and experience governing AI solutions within an enterprise architecture framework.
Cloud architecture certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or GCP Professional Cloud Architect)
What We Offer:
As a Florida Blue employee, you will thrive in our Be Well, Work Well, GuideWell culture where being well as an individual, and working well as a team, are both important in serving our members and communities. To support your wellbeing, comprehensive benefits are offered. As an employee, you will have access to:
Medical, dental, vision, life and global travel health insurance;
Income protection benefits: life insurance, short- and long-term disability programs;
Leave programs to support personal circumstances;
Retirement Savings Plan including employer match;
Paid time off, volunteer time off, 10 holidays and 2 well-being days;
Additional voluntary benefits available; and
A comprehensive wellness program
Employee benefits are designed to align with federal and state employment laws. Benefits may vary based on the state in which work is performed. Benefits for intern, part-time and seasonal employees may differ. To support your financial wellbeing, we offer competitive pay as well as opportunities for incentive or commission compensation. We also conduct regular annual reviews with pay for performance considerations for base pay increases. Final pay will be determined with consideration of market competitiveness, internal equity, and the job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience you bring. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to cultivating a work experience where everyone feels like they belong and can perform at their best in pursuit of our mission. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.