Full Stack Architect - Boston, United States - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Description

What We Need

This role is eligible for our Flex persona.

BCBSMA is seeking for a talented and experienced Full Stack Architect to join our sales enterprise technology team and lead the development of cutting-edge software solutions. As a Full Stack Architect, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust applications that meet our needs and drive business growth.

Your Day to Day:

• Architectural Design: Design scalable and efficient full-stack solutions that meet business requirements and adhere to best practices and industry standards.
• Technology Selection: Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools for frontend, backend, and database layers based on project requirements and constraints.
• Frontend Development: Lead the development of responsive and user-friendly frontend interfaces using modern web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript frameworks like , Angular, or
• Backend Development: Develop robust and secure backend systems using server-side languages and frameworks such as , Django, Flask, or Spring Boot.
• Database Design and Optimization: Design, implement, and optimize database schemas and queries for performance, scalability, and data integrity using both relational and NoSQL databases.
• API Development: Design and develop RESTful APIs for seamless communication between frontend and backend components, ensuring scalability, security, and ease of integration.
• System Integration: Integrate third-party services, APIs, and components into the overall architecture to enhance functionality and meet business requirements.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Implement testing strategies, including unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing, to ensure the reliability, stability, and quality of the software solution.
• Documentation and Collaboration: Document architectural designs, technical specifications, and implementation details, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including developers, designers, and project managers.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and actively contribute to the improvement of development processes and methodologies.

*This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in full-stack development, with a focus on architecture design and implementation.
• Proficiency in frontend technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and popular frontend frameworks/libraries , Angular, ).
• Strong expertise in server-side development using languages such as JavaScript ), Python, Java, or Kotlin, and frameworks like , Django, Flask, or Spring Boot.
• Experience with both relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices, as well as experience with API documentation and versioning.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, and experience deploying and managing applications in cloud environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Passion for technology, innovation, and continuous learning, with a proactive attitude towards exploring new tools, technologies, and methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and related patterns and practices.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment tools.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools such as JIRA.
• Certification or professional training in relevant technologies and frameworks is a plus.

It is our mission at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts to foster a culture that enables associates to do their best work while living happy and healthy lives. That's why we offer you a variety of ways to support your best physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. For more information on our benefit offerings, visit

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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is an Equal Employment / Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts's legal duty to furnish information.

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The job posting range is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs and affordability.

This job is also eligible for variable pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and a suite of well-being benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

WHY Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA?

We understand that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can prevent amazing candidates coming our way, so please don't hesitate to apply. We'd love to hear from you. You might be just what we need for this role or possibly another one at Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be brilliant. We encourage you to bring us your true colors, , your perspectives, and your experiences. It's in our differences that we will remain relentless in our pursuit to transform healthcare for ALL.

As an employer, we are committed to investing in your development and providing the necessary resources to enable your success. Learn how we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace that promotes excellence and provides opportunities for employees to forge their unique career path by visiting our Company Culture page. If this sounds like something you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you. You can also join our Talent Community to stay "in the know" on all things Blue.

At Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, we believe in wellness and that work/life balance is a key part of associate wellbeing. For more information on how we work and support that work/life balance visit our "How We Work" Page.