For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture.
We are seeking a Senior Solution Architect to lead modernization and digital transformation initiatives across our Property & Casualty insurance ecosystem in our Worcester MA office in a remote work consideration.
This is a full-time, exempt position.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
This role will partner with business and technology leaders to define target-state solutions, modernize legacy platforms, and deliver scalable, cloud-native capabilities that improve customer experience, operational efficiency, and business agility.
The ideal candidate combines deep insurance expertise, strong architecture leadership, and a proven ability to bridge business strategy with technology execution
IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:
Architecture & Strategy
- Define solution architectures that align business objectives with enterprise technology strategy.
- Develop modernization roadmaps for core insurance platforms and digital capabilities.
- Lead architecture reviews, design workshops, and technology decision-making.
Insurance Transformation
- Architect solutions supporting policy administration, underwriting, claims, billing, distribution, and customer engagement.
- Partner with business stakeholders to modernize legacy systems and improve operational effectiveness.
- Drive API-first, event-driven, and cloud-native architecture patterns.
Cloud & Emerging Technology
- Lead adoption of cloud-native technologies, including containerization, orchestration, and modern application platforms.
- Define integration strategies leveraging APIs, microservices, and modern platform capabilities.
- Identify and enable practical AI and automation opportunities that enhance employee and customer experiences.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Serve as a trusted advisor to business, product, engineering, and architecture teams.
- Mentor technical teams and promote architecture best practices.
- Influence strategic technology decisions across multiple initiatives.
WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:
- 10+ years of technology experience with 5+ years in architecture or technical leadership roles.
- Property & Casualty insurance experience, including familiarity with policy, claims, underwriting, or billing domains.
- Experience leading large-scale modernization or digital transformation initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of cloud-native architecture, APIs, integration patterns, and distributed systems.
- Experience with Microsoft Azure, container platforms, and modern application architectures.
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Must be eligible to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (i.e Lawful Permanent Resident or US Citizen)
BONUS POINTS FOR:
- Experience modernizing mainframe or legacy insurance platforms.
- Experience with Pega, Guidewire, Duck Creek, Majesco, or similar insurance platforms.
- Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), API management, and event-driven architectures.
- Familiarity with AI-enabled solutions, intelligent automation, and digital servicing capabilities.
- Architecture certifications (TOGAF, Azure, or similar).
CAREER DEVELOPMENT:
It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.
BENEFITS:
We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401K with a company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO
- Company paid holidays
- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
- On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
- Click here for the full list of Benefits
EEO statement:
The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.
Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.”
As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at:[email protected] and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.
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Compensation:
The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of technology experience
- 5+ years in architecture or technical leadership roles
- Property and Casualty insurance experience, including policy, claims, underwriting, or billing domains
- Experience leading large-scale modernization or digital transformation initiatives
- Strong knowledge of cloud-native architecture, APIs, integration patterns, and distributed systems
- Experience with Microsoft Azure, container platforms, and modern application architectures
- Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Eligibility to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
- Experience modernizing mainframe or legacy insurance platforms
- Experience with Pega, Guidewire, Duck Creek, Majesco, or similar insurance platforms
- Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service, API management, and event-driven architectures
- Familiarity with AI-enabled solutions, intelligent automation, and digital servicing capabilities
- Architecture certification such as TOGAF or Azure certification
The Hanover Insurance Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Hanover Insurance Group and has not been reviewed or approved by The Hanover Insurance Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as robust, spanning medical, dental, vision, life and disability options, alongside wellness supports like coaching and assistance programs. Access to added services such as health advocacy, flu shots, and location-specific on-site clinics appears to strengthen the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as strong, highlighted by a 401(k) match up to 6% and additional financial programs like profit sharing/pension options in some descriptions. An employee stock purchase discount and free financial planning are also presented as meaningful financial-security add-ons.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits appear generous, with four weeks of PTO at hire, multiple holidays, and the ability to purchase additional PTO. Hybrid/flexible work arrangements are frequently presented as enhancing the overall value of total rewards.
The Hanover Insurance Group Insights
What We Do
The Hanover is a leading provider of property and casualty insurance in the United States. We’ve been named to Forbes’ list of “Best Mid-Size Employers” since 2015, and have more than 4,200 employees in 35 branch offices, covering more than two million individual and business policyholders. As an employer of choice, The Hanover provides a unique experience, combining a long, proud history of delivering its promises, and a forward-thinking, innovative culture mentality. At The Hanover, you will gain new experiences, expand your skill set, and build your career working for an industry leader and one of the fastest growing companies in the insurance industry. Our compensation and benefits programs are based on the strong belief that our people are our company's most valuable asset. We offer comprehensive benefits to help our team members stay healthy, build financial security, balance work and personal responsibilities, and achieve their professional goals.
