Lead Enterprise Architect

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA)

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
$173,400–$251,400 / yr
Posted
8 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $205k
This role $212k
$142k most similar roles pay here $265k

This role pays more than 61% of similar roles. Most pay $174,037–$235,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $212k versus about $205k for comparable roles.

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About Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA)

The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association is a federation of 33 independent health insurance companies providing health coverage to millions of Americans through locally operated member plans. Industry: Health Insurance

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) currently has 8 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $163,850–$237,575 across 8 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Enterprise Architect

Lead Enterprise Architect (FEP Medicare Advantage) provides technical leadership and design facilitation across business, information, technical, and solution viewpoints for the Medicare Advantage business. This role is responsible for defining multi-year technology roadmaps, reference architectures, and standards to enable scalable, compliant capabilities. Key responsibilities include performing cost-benefit analyses using ATAM and CBAM methodologies, conducting research on emerging technologies, and managing the Architecture Review Board. The position requires expertise in data exchange, prior authorization, risk adjustment, and CMS interoperability within a regulated healthcare environment. Candidates must apply an AI-first mindset to evaluate tools for scalability and responsible use. Required skills include proficiency in object-oriented programming, project management methodologies, and deep knowledge of Medicare Advantage data exchange standards, core platforms like TriZetto Facets, and complex risk-adjustment structures to solve critical business problems within the Federal Employee Program ecosystem.

What you'll do

  • Lead the design and development of multi-year technology roadmaps and reference architectures for Medicare Advantage business units.
  • Perform cost-benefit analyses and order-of-magnitude estimates to determine appropriate architectural approaches for large-scale initiatives.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and AI tools for fit, scalability, and responsible use within a regulated healthcare environment.
  • Translate complex business strategies into technical requirements across multiple programs, projects, and product releases.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on architectural decisions, technology selection, and risk management for internal stakeholders.
  • Establish and manage the Architecture Review Board to ensure consistency across the organization's development lifecycle.
  • Publish whitepapers and technical documentation regarding the organization’s vision on architecture and emerging technologies.
  • Define and enforce enterprise-wide standards for business, information, technical, and system architectures.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).
  • 10+ years of IT or software development experience including enterprise architecture, business analysis, and technical team leadership.
  • 5+ years of enterprise architecture experience designing Medicare Advantage technology ecosystems and reference architectures.
  • Demonstrated experience defining multi-year Medicare Advantage architectural roadmaps aligned with CMS regulatory cycles.
  • Demonstrated experience applying an AI-first approach to architecture, including evaluating and embedding AI/ML capabilities into roadmaps.
  • Working knowledge of Medicare Advantage data exchange standards, core platforms, and risk adjustment expertise.
  • Advanced leadership skills including cost-benefit analysis, business case development, and financial justification.
  • Experience architecting solutions within the Federal Employee Program ecosystem (preferred).

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