Agency Systems Solution Architect

We are seeking a full time onsite,
Agency Systems Solution Architect
at one of the noted
home office campuses: Glenmont, New York; Springfield, Missouri.
You will focus on the design and development of technical solutions that align with business objectives to support agent processes for the organization's Property and Casualty lines of business.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with business and IT stakeholders to define the future-state vision for agent systems
• Develop and maintain technology roadmaps for agent systems, balancing strategic direction with effective execution
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications, designing integrated systems across multiple platforms
• Participate in strategic solution architecture planning, identifying future technological trends
• Oversee implementation phases, ensuring design specifications are accurately translated into functioning systems
• Support the creation and mapping of user stories against defined solutions
• Ensure solutions comply with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies
• Identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies
• Recommend cost-effective solutions without compromising quality
• Evaluate potential third-party software needed to meet solution goals
• Ensure solutions meet performance, scalability, and security requirements
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant work experience considered
• Proven experience in delivering technical solutions (Obtaining business requirements, identifying needs, collaborating with key stakeholders, delivering the product)
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud services, and software development
• Proficient in integration best practices
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with agency systems (exclusive or independent agents)
• API and web design understanding

Great To Have, Not Required

• Certified Solution Architect (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert)
• TOGAF Certification
• High level understanding of Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript
• Familiarity with Duck Creek

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. The base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

American National offers eligible employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees also receive annually a bank of paid time off and paid holidays. We aspire to see people for what they bring to our corporate culture by supporting an inclusive work environment, including an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, development opportunities, and a casual dress code.

American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905. With focus on our organization's values and cultural richness: Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.

Hiring Practices

The preceding job posting was designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this position or other opportunities at American National.

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American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.