Architect (NET, C#, SQL Server, DevOps, and related tools, development and technologies)

Vertafore is a leading technology company whose innovative software solutions are advancing the insurance industry. Our suite of products provides solutions to our customers that help them better manage their business, boost their productivity and efficiencies, and lower costs while strengthening relationships.
Job Description
As an Architect on the Vertafore Distribution and Compliance Management architecture team, you will provide technical direction, development, integration between different systems and technologies and support for the organization's objectives. Our team fosters collaboration, innovation, integrity, mentorship, and commitment to success.
As an Architect , you will drive the technical vision, design, and implementation of complex, enterprise-scale solutions on the Microsoft technology stack and integrations between systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions that meet business needs.
The position offers the opportunity to interact with and influence all levels of the organization; communicating in a voice each understands is critical. In this role, you will work with Development, Product Management, and stakeholders both internal and external to the organization to formulate, guide, and disseminate our technical vision.
As a hands-on architect, you will work with development teams to implement and design the next generation Platform for our products. You will provide technical leadership, active mentoring, technical decision-making, and development.
Core Requirements and Responsibilities:
Essential job functions included but are not limited to the following:

• Lead the design, architecture, and delivery of enterprise solutions built on Microsoft platforms, including .NET, SQL Server, architectures.
• Define system architecture, technical design, and integration strategies across applications, data, and infrastructure.
• Coordinate with software development teams in designing and implementing pragmatic and best-fit solutions
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring the highest quality of code and architecture
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes ensuring highest quality product platform
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to gather requirements, understand business goals, and deliver solutions that meet organizational needs
• Design and implement solutions to optimize performance, scalability, DevOps, and availability of cloud-based services
• Stay up to date with the latest Microsoft technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and ideas to incorporate them into designs.

Core skill set and experience:

• 8+ years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and deploying solutions using Microsoft technologies, SQL, data, and integrations.
• 4+ years of experience in architect related roles, responsible / involved in designing enterprise solutions for front-end tools, upgrades, databases and SaaS projects.
• Extensive experience with .NET, C#, SQL Server, DevOps, and related tools, development and technologies.
• Strong Knowledge of front-end technologies such as JavaScript, JQuery/CSS, React, or Angular.
• Strong understanding of cloud-based architectures, APIs, microservices, serverless, and containerization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Additional skill set:

• Experience in building integrations between different platforms such as Microsoft using APIs and messaging queues such as Kafka.
• Proficiency in software design patterns (e.g., MVC, Event-Driven Architecture) and enterprise application design.
• Knowledge of security best practices for cloud environments (static/dynamic scans, encryption, and data protection) and compliance requirements.
• Highly proficient in communicating technical issues with developers, product owners, executives, and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge in Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

Why Vertafore is the place for you: *Canada Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• Medical, vision & dental plans
• Life, AD&D
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Pension Plan & Employer Match
• Maternity, Paternity and Parental Leave
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Education Assistance
• Additional programs - Employee Referral and Internal Recognition

Why Vertafore is the place for you: *US Only

• The opportunity to work in a space where modern technology meets a stable and vital industry
• We have a Flexible First work environment! Our North America team members use our offices for collaboration, community and team-building, with members asked to sometimes come into an office and/or travel depending on job responsibilities. Other times, our teams work from home or a similar environment.
• Medical, vision & dental plans
  • PPO & high-deductible options
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Options:
  • Health Care FSA
  • Dental & Vision FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • Commuter FSA
• Life, AD&D (Basic & Supplemental), and Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plain & Employer Match
• Supplemental Plans - Pet insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education & Legal Assistance
• Additional programs - Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Referral, Internal Recognition, and Wellness
• Commuter Benefits (Denver)

The selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
Vertafore strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
The Professional Services (PS) and Customer Success (CX) bonus plans are a quarterly monetary bonus plan based upon individual and practice performance against specific business metrics. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.
The Vertafore Incentive Plan (VIP) is an annual monetary bonus for eligible employees based on both individual and company performance. Eligibility is determined by several factors including: start date, good standing in the company, and actives status at time of payout.
Commission plans are tailored to each sales role but common components include quota, MBO's and ABPMs. Salespeople receive their formal compensation plan within 30 days of hire.
Vertafore is a drug free workplace and conducts preemployment drug and background screenings.
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