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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Director, Solution Architecture Organization - **Company:** Blue Cross Blue Shield - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $198,090.0 - $242,110.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Android Software Development, Apple IOS, Applications Architecture, Content Delivery Networks, Mobile Application Development, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Software Quality, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Databases, Software Debugging, DevOps, Digital Technology, Drupal, HP Loadrunner, Identity and Access Management, Mobile Application Software, Apache JMeter, Machine Learning, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Akamai, Web Applications, Performance Testing, Browserstack, Spring-boot, Gatling, Technical Debt, Apigee, AngularJS, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Apache Kafka, Data Management, Web Technologies, Virtual Agents, Cloudwatch, Splunk, New Relic (SaaS), Confluent, Microservices - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/associate-director-solution-architecture-boston-ma--d17811f0-1f57-465b-8ac1-86f5467921c8 ## About the Role * Proven experience leading and mentoring a team of architects, combined with a strong, current, and continuous hands-on technical ability. * Deep, hands-on expertise architecting, solutioning, and delivering enterprise-scale mobile and/or web applications. You are expected to be able to jump in and code on POCs and contribute to design sessions at a granular level. * A strong foundation in modern application architecture (APIs, microservices, cloud), with strategic experience governing solutions in secure cloud environments (e.g., AWS, PaaS). * Demonstrable experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies and their practical application in digital solutions. * A strategic mindset for managing technical debt, with experience implementing processes to improve code quality and system longevity. * Extensive experience forging and leveraging strong relationships across both technical and business divisions to drive architectural alignment. * Expertise in modern security practices and Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. * Experience with the following technologies: * Mobile Development: Android Native, iOS Native, Reactive Native Angular * Web Technologies: Content Management systems as Drupal, Content Delivery Networks like Akamai or F5 * API and Security: Gateway security like F5 and Apigee * DevOps and Cloud: AWS, Spring boot, Confluent Kafka * Databases: Relational, Object-Oriented, NoSQL, InMemory * Performance and Monitoring: Performance testing tools (LoadRunner, JMeter, Gatling), Performance monitoring and Observability (Splunk Observability, New Relic), AWS Monitoring (CloudWatch, Performance Insights), Debug and analysis tools (Splunk, Log Rocket), and BrowserStack What You Bring: * Master's degree in computer science or equivalent experience. * 10+ years of technology leadership, including a solid understanding of technology selection, architecture, full-stack implementation, and at least 3-5 years in a formal people management role. * A proven self-starter with a "player-coach" mindset and the demonstrated ability to make strategic decisions. * Excellent presentation and facilitation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to any audience, from developers to senior executives. * The ability to handle multiple strategic priorities simultaneously, combined with strong self-motivation, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills., High school degree or equivalent required unless otherwise noted above, Alliance/Partner Management, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Android, Apache JMeter, Application Programming Interface (API), Architectural Design, Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Audience Development, Best Practices, Career Development, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Content Delivery Network (CDN), Content Management Systems (CMS), Continuous Improvement, Customer Experience, Debt Management, Debugging Tools, Detail Oriented, Drupal, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Protection, F5 Network Software, Healthcare, Identity Data Management, Internet Application, Internet Technology, Leadership, Legal, LoadRunner, Machine Learning, Mentoring, Metrics, Microservices, Mobile Applications, Mobile Applications Development, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Testing, Platform as a Service (PaaS), Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Proof of Concept, Quality Management, Sales, Security Architecture, Security Infrastructure, Software Agents, Splunk, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Test Tools, Thought Leadership, Willing to Travel, iOS ## Description At Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, we have an exciting opportunity for an energetic, passionate, and accomplished Associate Director of Solution Architecture. This is a critical, hands-on leadership role responsible for guiding a team of architects while personally driving the development of reliable and scalable digital technology solutions. Reporting to the Director of Digital Technology and Delivery, you will work closely with senior business and technology partners to provide the architectural leadership required to deliver a highly personalized, consistent, and engaging customer experience. This role is eligible for our Flex Persona for candidates local to our Boston, MA office. 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