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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior .Net Architect - **Company:** DEREX Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** Peoria, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Application Integration Architecture, IBM System I, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management Databases, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Distributed Systems, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Snowflake, Event Driven Architecture, Integration Frameworks, Data Management, Api Design, Restful APIs, Data Pipelines, Devsecops, Legacy Systems, Servicenow, Microservices - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/DerexTechnologiesInc/744000146814669-senior-net-architect ## About the Role Primary skills: Enterprise Solution Architecture, Cloud-Native & Microservices Architecture (.NET / Azure), Modernization & Integration Architecture, Stakeholder & Client Engagement (Executive-Level Communication), P&C Insurance Domain - must, Must have skills * 15+ years of experience in software engineering and architecture * Strong experience in P&C Insurance domain (Policy, Billing, Claims) * Proven expertise in: * Enterprise architecture & distributed systems * .NET / Cloud-native architectures (Azure preferred) * API design and integration frameworks * Experience in modernization of legacy systems * Strong understanding of data platforms and AI-driven solutions * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Good to Have: * Experience with GhostDraft, Coherent, or similar platforms * Exposure to Duck Creek or other PAS systems * Familiarity with ServiceNow (CMDB) and DevSecOps practices * Experience working in onshore-offshore delivery models * Prior experience in client-facing architect roles in consulting/services organizations ## Description We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Architect to lead architecture and design initiatives for a strategic P&C insurance client engagement. This role will drive end-to-end solution architecture, support modernization programs (Forms, Data, AI), and partner closely with business and technology stakeholders to deliver scalable, future-ready solutions. The ideal candidate is a hands-on architect with strong leadership presence, capable of influencing senior stakeholders and guiding distributed teams across onshore and offshore models. Responsibilities * Own end-to-end solution architecture across multiple programs (Forms Modernization, Data Platforms, AI initiatives). * Define target state architecture, integration patterns, and system interactions. * Lead architecture reviews, design governance, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards. * Drive modernization initiatives involving: * Document generation platforms (e.g., GhostDraft or similar CCM tools) * Rules engines (e.g., Coherent or equivalent) * Legacy system transformation (AS400 / VB-based systems) * Define scalable patterns for API-led and event-driven architectures. * Act as a trusted advisor to client leadership (Directors, AVPs, CIO-level stakeholders). * Translate business needs into technical solutions and roadmaps. * Participate in steering discussions, architecture walkthroughs, and executive presentations. * Provide hands-on guidance in: * .NET / Microservices architecture * Cloud platforms (Azure preferred) * Integration patterns (REST APIs, messaging) * Mentor engineering teams and ensure adherence to best practices. * Support architecture for: * Data platforms (Snowflake, ETL/ELT pipelines) * AI/ML solutions (RAG, document intelligence, automation) * Collaborate with AI teams to ensure scalable and secure implementations. * Work closely with Delivery Managers to ensure: * Feasible and scalable designs * Alignment with timelines and budgets * Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies early. ## Related Videos - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Next Level Enterprise Architecture: Modular, Flexible, Scalable, Multichannel and AI-Ready?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1017-next-level-enterprise-architecture-modular-flexible-scalable-multichannel-and-ai-ready) - [AI in Production: applied AI & enterprise use cases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100130-ai-in-production-applied-ai-enterprise-use-cases) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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