Senior Application Architect

Job Description

Job Description

Smart Data Solutions (SDS) is a technology leader in healthcare process automation and interoperability. We are seeking to add a Sr.

Application Architect to our growing team!

A career at SDS is both challenging and rewarding. With over 500 colleagues across the globe, we've created an open and honest culture where we value constant learning and new ideas - no matter what role you're in at SDS.

We are passionate about our customers’ success and helping our colleagues grow and develop!

What you’ll be doing?

Application Architecture

• Lead the design and architecture of complex software applications, ensuring they align with the overall technology strategy of the organization.
• Work with Platform Architecture Manager to devise platform and application augmentation and refactoring plans for SDS architectural components to increase performance, efficiency, and scalability.
• Test platform and application changes thoroughly using techniques such as load simulation, test environments, production pilots, and audit modes.
• Identify and execute opportunities for architectural improvement including but not limited to new technologies, better methods, and innovative approaches.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams to ensure best practices are followed.
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Technical Proficiency

• Develop and maintain applications using Java, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security.
• Utilize strong knowledge of Unix-like operating systems and Windows operating systems to support development and deployment processes.
• Design and manage relational databases to ensure data integrity, security, and performance optimization.

Communication & Collaboration

• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality technical documentation and reports.
• Facilitate meetings and discussions, ensuring clear communication and understanding among team members.

Project Management

• Oversee project timelines, ensuring that deliverables are met within scope and budget.
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, demonstrating excellent time management skills.
• Ensure that projects are aligned with business goals and client requirements.

Professional Development

• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Mentor junior developers and engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Job Outcomes

• Maximized and optimized use of available processing, storage, and memory resources
• Readiness for hyper scalability in the environment to support new business that brings large transaction volumes
• Highly performant systems for production jobs, data entry partners, and QuickClaim users

What we’re looking for?

Required skills : Technical Skills

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Java and experience in developing large-scale applications, including :
• Best practices
• Memory efficiency
• CPU efficiency
• Networking efficiency
• Security
• Proficiency with Unix-like operating systems (e.g., Linux) and Windows operating systems and related foundational concepts :
• File systems
• TCP / IP networking
• Processes and threads
• Strong knowledge of the MySQL relational databases (e.g., MySQL) including :
• Schema design
• Indexing
• Query optimization
• Views and Stored Procedures
• Strong knowledge of security best practices including :
• Web application security (e.g. OWASP)
• Database security
• Network security

Soft Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong math aptitude with the ability to apply mathematical concepts to problem-solving.
• Exceptional organization skills and attention to detail.
• High level of professionalism in all interactions with colleagues, stakeholders, and clients.
• Strong reading comprehension to understand and analyze complex technical documents.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in application architecture or a related role.
• Certifications : Relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a plus.

Why this is the company for you?

Top Benefits & Perks :

• A company culture that is authentic and values forward thinking, collaboration, and fairness! We work hard for our customers and have fun along the way!
• A professional development and growth-oriented workplace
• Generous benefits including, health insurance, short-term, and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match to provide a better future in your retirement years
• Work-life balance with competitive paid time off package; including vacation, holiday, and a floating day

Who is Smart Data Solutions?

For over 20 years, Smart Data Solutions has been partnering with leading payer organizations to provide automation and technology solutions enabling data standardization and workflow automation.

The company brings a comprehensive set of turn-key services to handle all claims and claims-related information regardless of format (paper, fax, electronic), digitizing and normalizing for seamless use by payer clients.

Solutions include intelligent data capture, conversion and digitization, mailroom management, comprehensive clearinghouse services and proprietary workflow offerings.

SDS’ headquarters are just outside of St. Paul, MN with 300+ employees and leverages dedicated onshore and offshore resources as part of its service delivery model.

The company counts over 420 healthcare organizations as clients, including a number of Blues plans, large regional health plans and leading independent TPAs, handling over 500 million transactions of varying types annually with a 98%+ customer retention rate.

SDS has also invested meaningfully in automation and machine learning capabilities across its tech-enabled processes to drive scalability and greater internal operating efficiency while also improving client results.

SDS recently partnered with a leading growth-oriented investment firm, Parthenon Capital, to further accelerate expansion and product innovation.

Location :

This position is located in Plano, Texas.

Smart Data Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.