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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Application Architect - **Company:** Humana Inc. - **Location:** Louisville, KY, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $106,900.0 - $147,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Applications Architecture, Software Applications, Cable Modem, Software as a Service, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Identity and Access Management, Integrated Architecture Framework, Internet Services, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Microservices - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://humana.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Humana_External_Career_Site/job/Louisville-KY/Senior-Application-Architect_R-424019-1 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field * 7 or more experience as a senior developer in large IT projects * Prior project architect and/or team lead experience * Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences * At least 3years project experience working with AI, cloud platforms and HR platform SaaS applications. * Strong knowledge of application architecture principles, design patterns, integration patterns, and software engineering practices. * Experience designing enterprise applications using modern technologies such as APIs, microservices, containers, cloud platforms, event-driven architectures, and DevOps practices. * Familiarity with security-by-design principles, identity and access management, data protection, and secure coding practices. * Ability to create architecture artifacts, including architecture diagrams, technical specifications, decision records, and roadmaps., * Master's Degree ## Description The Senior Application Architect designs and develops IT applications architecture solutions to business problems in alignment with the enterprise architecture direction and standards. The Senior Application Architect work assignments involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors., The Senior Application Architect performs technical planning, architecture development and modification of specifications. Develops specifications for new products/services, applications and service offerings. Assesses the compatibility and integration of products/services proposed as standards in order to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent applications. Begins to influence department's strategy. Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and performs work without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments., * WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense. * A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required. * Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role. * A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required. 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