Solutions Architect

At Genworth, we empower families to navigate the aging journey with confidence. We are compassionate, experienced allies for those navigating care with guidance, products, and services that meet families where they are. Further, we are the spouses, children, siblings, friends, and neighbors of those that need care—and we bring those experiences with us to work in serving our millions of policyholders each day. We apply that same compassion and empathy as we work with each other and our local communities. Genworth values all perspectives, characteristics, and experiences so that employees can bring their full, authentic selves to work to help each other and our company succeed. We celebrate our diversity and understand that being intentional about inclusion is the only way to create a sense of belonging for all associates. We also invest in the vitality of our local communities through grants from the Genworth Foundation, event sponsorships, and employee volunteerism.Our four values guide our strategy, our decisions, and our interactions:Make it human. We care about the people that make up our customers, colleagues, and communities.Make it about others. We do what's best for our customers and collaborate to drive progress. Make it happen. We work with intention toward a common purpose and forge ways forward together. Make it better. We create fulfilling purpose-driven careers by learning from the world and each other.    POSITION TITLESolutions Architect*This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship *    POSITION LOCATIONRemoteThis position is available to Virginia residents as Richmond or Lynchburg, VA hybrid in-office applicants or remote applicants residing in states/locations under Eastern or Central Standard Time: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas,  Vermont, Virginia, Washington DC, West Virginia or Wisconsin.*Hybrid in-office would be required if you reside within 50 miles of our Richmond or Lynchburg, VA office. Required in-office days are Tuesdays & Wednesdays.    YOUR ROLEProvides application software development services or technical support typically in a defined project. Develops program logic for new applications or analyzes and modifies logic in existing applications integration logic to support a Communications COE. Fluent in the processes that include Coding (App/DB), tests, debugs, document/file types, implements and maintains software applications. Familiar with the expectations for Analysis of and not limited to Performance, IT, Ops, and Regulatory requirement scopes; and able to maintain expectations related to test(s) and integrated application(s) components. Ensure that system and process improvements are successfully implemented and global architecture review board reviews and engagements are performed.What you will be doingDesign and oversee the implementation of specific solutions that align with the enterprise architecture.Works with Product Manager, Product Owner and other stakeholders to develop detailed technical designs and specifications based on business requirements.Creation of blueprints for business architecture, logical architecture, API design, data catalogs, and other deliverables.Verify that solutions adhere to architectural principles, standards, and industry practices.Collaborate with project teams to resolve technical issues and mitigate risks.Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their potential impact on the enterprise architecture.Develop initiative-specific solutions by translating backlogs into actionable designs, validating compliance with enterprise standards, and integrating emerging technologies.Create navigation and information designs; construct prototypes, storyboards, and mockups to effectively communicate design to business analysts & Enterprise Architecture team to include developing a graphic design that effectively communicates the ideas being promoted by the requirementsWhat you bringBachelor's degree or equivalent, preferred advance degree in relevant discipline8 to 10 years of experience in the Information Technology (IT) discipline5+ years of full systems development lifecycle experience building custom web applications using JavaScript, HTML5+ years of technical experience in working with Java, Experience with OpenText Exstream, MySQL5 to 7 years of experience defining and documenting business and technical requirements, developing and testing software for corporations (financial/insurance sector preferred)Must have experience in working with internal resources and be flexible to utilize an offshore delivery center operating in a time zone different from the primary work locationMust have experience directing and supervising third-party suppliers in the fulfillment of Projects or application supportMust have experience with establishing operational and process controls to measure and verify that established processes, procedures and audit controls are followedExperience required in monitoring and managing SLAs and exceeding customer expectations with large volumes of requestMust have exceptional intellectual, professional, and interpersonal agility with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Progressive experience in information technology with emphasis in Software Development and Quality AssuranceKnowledge and experience in software development methodologies (e.g., waterfall, agile, prototyping, rapid application developmentNice to haveProven ability to work across multiple functional teams in the creation of an application development and support processMaintain an effective approach on problem solving, multi-tasking, coordinating and scheduling in accordance with the Project Plan to ensure visibility and predictabilityMonitor scope changes through the life of the software development cycleResolve escalated technical issuesIdentify and interact with Business Relationship Management and Project Management Office to ensure their needs are being met by the project designWork with outside vendors on projects, establishing technical requirements and standards for outside product developmentFamiliar with code management, defect management, ticket and project management toolsFamiliar with cloud technology, data management requirementsExperience using open-source JavaScript librariesStrong process management & project management skillsAbility to work collaboratively with all business functions and build strong business partnershipsDemonstrated ability to solve complex issuesStrong organizational skillsAbility to interact professionally with customers and vendorsAbility to be a strong advocate for process and technology improvementPassion for change and continual improvement and ability to effectively lead/drive change    Employee Benefits & Well-BeingGenworth employees make a difference in people’s lives every day. We’re committed to making a difference in our employees’ lives.Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards IncentivesComprehensive Healthcare CoverageMultiple 401(k) Savings Plan OptionsAuto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!)Generous Paid Time Off – Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family LeaveDisability, Life, and Long Term Care InsuranceTuition Reimbursement,  Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification SupportWellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources (work/life support, financial & legal management)Caregiver and Mental Health Support ServicesADDITIONAL INFORMATIONWithin our company the base salary pay range for the job level P4 starts at a minimum rate of $120,000 up to the maximum of $195,000. The final determination on base pay for this position will be based on multiple factors to ensure pay equity within the organization. In addition to your base salary, you will also be eligible to participate in an Incentive Plan. The Incentive Plan is based on performance and the target earning opportunity is 15%