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Corporate Vice President, Digital Solution Architect - New York Life
Solutions Architect
Senior leader responsible for defining and delivering digital solution architectures, driving cloud adoption, and guiding cross‑functional teams to build scalable, secure, and customer‑centric insurance platforms.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Define the enterprise digital solution architecture strategy, aligning cloud, microservices, and API standards with business goals.
- Lead cross‑functional teams through Agile delivery cycles to design, develop, and deploy high‑availability insurance platforms.
- Champion cloud adoption and migration initiatives on AWS and Azure, ensuring security, scalability, and cost‑optimization.
- Collaborate with product, data, and engineering leaders to translate market requirements into technical roadmaps.
- Mentor senior architects and technical staff, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in solution architecture, with a strong focus on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and microservices.
- Proven track record leading large, Agile delivery teams in the financial services or insurance domain.
- Deep expertise in API design, integration patterns, and security best practices.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing senior leadership.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications a plus.