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Senior Manager, Solution Architecture Delivery

Delta Dental of California
$122,400 - $265,100
dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), employee discount
United States, California, Oakland
Feb 22, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION The Senior Manager Solution Architecture Delivery is a leadership role within Enterprise Architecture with responsibilities focused on supporting strategy execution by providing high-quality architecture guidance and deliverables. This role will be responsible for managing a team of Solution Architects and their engagements in agile, turn-key projects. The Senior Manager will also closely collaborate with other Technology leaders to ensure that solution guidance is reviewed, approved, and aligned to produce the right business outcomes. RESPONSIBILITIES Manages a team of Solution Architects, including recruitment, work assignments, coaching, mentoring, and career development. Establishes and oversees all processes and templates for consistent, high-quality architecture guidance. Partners with leaders and key stakeholders across the enterprise to ensure all requirements and expectations are captured in support of enterprise operations. Leads the Solution Architecture Community of Practice, establishing Solution Architecture best practices and ensuring consistent and accurate adoption of standards both within other Technology functions and across the enterprise. Takes ownership of and drives the architecture delivery of highly complex or mega programs in the organization. Directly accountable for delivering To-Be Architecture for several business portfolios. Monitors and oversees highly complex initiatives and deliverables including, but not limited to, the completion of comprehensive architecture definitions and deliverables, and the development of roadmaps, schedules, staffing requirements, and budgets for internal work. Establishes architecture review and quality assurance checkpoints for all aspects of the initiatives. Collaborates with EA leadership and other stakeholders in creating and executing technology strategies. Influences decision-making in Technology and Product roadmap through active and trusted partnership with Product and other key business stakeholders. Similarly, influences decision-making in functional and technical designs through active partnership with cross-functional teams. Drives continuous improvement of delivery processes, standards, and practices. Works to promote increased efficiency, eliminating duplication and leveraging product and technology reuse. Organizes and conducts enablement sessions to strengthen the team with respect to both technical and role-based proficiencies. Mentors and guides individual contributors in supporting strategic initiatives across the enterprise. QUALIFICATIONS At least 8+ years of experience in the enterprise architecture space alongside a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or associated field; 12+ years of experience highly preferable. Minimum of 1+ years supervisory/management responsibility over substantial enterprise architecture teams delivering solutions for an organization; 6+ years of leadership experience preferred. 5+ years of experience as a Solution or Enterprise architect. Strong understanding of enterprise architecture practice and delivery processes. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to practice empathy and build trust amongst the team. Ability to research and maintain current and emerging technical knowledge to support rapidly changing technology. Highly knowledgeable in preparing or assisting their leaders and colleagues in preparing business plans, IT plans, Technology Roadmaps, and technical project proposals. Knowledge in preparing and managing budgets. Ability to analyze business requirements and recommend the right solutions considering all available information. Demonstrated use of ingenuity and creativity by taking actions to direct the analysis and solution of problems. Knowledge of systems development life cycle, including the ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple initiatives and deliverables utilizing SAFe Agile, SCRUM or other appropriate development methodologies. Ability to recruit, retain and develop a team. Ability to execute a Lean Agile mindset. Ability to lead, collaborate, triage, and make decisions in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Base Pay Information The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. Pay Grade 24. $122,400 - $265,100 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes: Competitive base and incentive pay 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions Rich medical & pharmacy benefits 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities Employee discount program Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, fair chance and anti-discrimination ordinances. At Delta Dental, we maintain a strict stance on theft, fraud, and violent crimes. For positions involving driving, we enforce heightened standards regarding driving records. Each individual criminal background check is evaluated on its merits, taking into account the time elapsed since the conviction, evidence of personal development and rehabilitation, and any potential risk posed to our business operations, employees, customers, or vendors. Important Work Authorization Information Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. #LI-Hybrid ABOUT THE TEAM At Delta Dental, we're behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we've served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care - but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building equitable programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all. We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment focused on teamwork and camaraderie. Discover the smiling faces behind Delta Dental and experience our values and culture in action by connecting with us on social media. Follow Delta Dental Ins. on Facebook and Instagram, #LifeatDDins on Facebook and Instagram, Delta Dental Ins. on Twitter and Delta Dental Ins. on LinkedIn. If you've got an appetite for innovation and want to be a part of a team that's transforming the future of health care, join us! Since 1955, we have offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care benefits to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California network includes affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; and Delta Dental of West Virginia, providing dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The company and its affiliates are part of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), a not-for-profit national association based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Through our national network of Delta Dental companies, we offer dental coverage in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. We offer vision coverage through DeltaVision in 15 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, we deliver benefits to more Americans than any other dental insurance company. Delta Dental is an equal opportunity employer. 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