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Lead Application Architect
full-timeSwindon$129k - $177k

Summary

Location

Swindon

Salary

$129k - $177k

Type

full-time

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About this role

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first
 

Humana’s OCMO (Office of Chief Medical Officer) is seeking an accomplished senior level technical/applications Architect to join our team. In this role, you will provide architectural leadership for the design and implementation of advanced cloud-based applications that manage and process large, complex datasets.

The Lead Application Architect performs technical design, 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. Advises executives to develop functional strategies (often segment specific) on matters of significance. Exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues regarding job duties and related tasks, and works under minimal supervision, Uses independent judgment requiring analysis of variable factors and determining the best course of action. This role is also responsible to come up with the cloud and AI strategy for OCMO IT portfolio of applications, putting together design - high level and low level in collaboration with Enterprise Architects, Solutions Architects and EIP architects. Leading the engineers on technical implementation and coding for complex coding scenarios when required are also part of the job responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will possess proven expertise in architecting and delivering data-intensive solutions in the cloud, including experience with data pipeline design and optimization for both compute and storage.


Key responsibilities include:
• Leading the end-to-end architecture and development of sophisticated cloud applications.
• Designing and implementing scalable data pipelines to efficiently process and analyze large datasets.
• Optimizing system performance, reliability, and cost across cloud environments.
 


Use your skills to make an impact
 

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field

  • 7+ years' experience as a senior developer in large IT projects.

  • 5+ years' experience as a senior developer/architect leading development of Data engineering-based applications in Cloud - Snowflake, Databricks, Prefect etc.

  • Extensive experience in cloud application development, with a strong background in data engineering and architecture.

  • Demonstrated success in leading teams through complex technical projects involving data pipeline setup and optimization.

  • Our typical tech stack is Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, Prefect. As we plan to expand our cloud technology portfolio in the near future, the ability to rapidly learn new platforms and adapt to evolving environments will be essential for success in this role

  • Extensive experience in ETL and other data related processes

  • Prior project lead experience

  • Ability to think strategically about the technology roadmap for the portfolio and put together a roadmap

  • Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

  • Ability to communicate effectively with business partners

Preferred Qualifications

  • Agile Delivery Experience

Work-At-Home Requirements
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:

  • At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested

  • Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership

  • Associates who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.

  • Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.

  • Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

  • Travel up to 10% for critical/home-office based meetings.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.


 

$129,300 - $177,800 per year


 

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 01-25-2026


About us
 

Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.


Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

Other facts

Tech stack
Cloud Applications,Data Engineering,Architecture Development,Data Pipeline Design,System Optimization,ETL Processes,Agile Delivery,Technical Leadership,Team Management,Cloud Strategy,Azure,Snowflake,Databricks,Prefect,Independent Judgment,Communication

About Humana

Humana will never ask, nor require a candidate to provide money for work equipment and network access during the application process. If you become aware of any instances where you as a candidate are asked to provide information and do not believe it is a legitimate request from Humana or affiliate, please contact [email protected] to validate the request

At Humana, our cultural foundation is aligned to helping members achieve their best health by delivering personalized, simplified, whole-person healthcare experiences. Recognizing healthcare needs continue to evolve for each person, for each family and for each community, Humana continuously creates innovative solutions and resources that help people live their healthiest lives on their terms –when and where they need it. Our employees are at the heart of making this happen and that’s why we are dedicated to building an organization of dynamic talent whose experience and passion center on putting the customer first.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Insurance
Founding Year: 2016

What you'll do

  • Lead the end-to-end architecture and development of sophisticated cloud applications while designing and implementing scalable data pipelines. Optimize system performance, reliability, and cost across cloud environments.

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As a Lead Application Architect at Humana, you will: lead the end-to-end architecture and development of sophisticated cloud applications while designing and implementing scalable data pipelines. Optimize system performance, reliability, and cost across cloud environments..

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Humana is a leading Insurance company. The Lead Application Architect role offers competitive compensation.

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