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Principal Platform Architect

Zelis enhances the healthcare financial experience by offering a connected platform that brings efficiency and transparency to payers, providers, and consumers.

Zelis

Employee count: 1001-5000

Salary: 169k-214k USD

United States only

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At Zelis, we Get Stuff Done. So, let’s get to it!

A Little About Us

Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts – driving real, measurable results for clients.

A Little About You

You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are.

Position Overview

This role shapes strategic direction for cloud platforms and drives innovation at scale. Responsible for setting long-term cloud strategy, overseeing architecture for globally distributed systems, and guiding the organization through transformative technology initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

  • Develop long-term cloud strategy aligned with corporate objectives and digital transformation goals.

  • Oversee architecture for mission-critical, globally distributed systems ensuring security and compliance.

  • Influence vendor relationships and negotiate cloud service agreements.

  • Represent the organization in technical advisory boards and industry forums.

  • Drive adoption of innovative technologies to maintain competitive advantage.

  • Establish enterprise-wide disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.

  • Define and enforce architectural standards, development methodologies, and governance models across engineering teams.

  • Serve as a principal advisor to executive leadership on cloud software strategy, innovation, and risk mitigation.

  • Drive cross-functional collaboration with Product, Security, Infrastructure, and Data teams to ensure cohesive system design.

  • Author and maintain high-level technical documentation, architectural blueprints, and engineering playbooks.

  • Mentor senior engineers and engineering managers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

What You’ll Bring to Zelis:

  • Typically has Bach. +15 yrs; Masters +12 yrs; Demonstrated accomplishment internally and externally; Has followership in subject matter area; Attends company training and regional training in area of expertise. Presents own work to members of department and external consultants and external professional societies.

  • Requires proficiency using AI tools skillfully with an understanding of how to develop/create intelligent prompts and/or agents.

  • Proven track record of delivering large-scale, complex cloud solutions.

  • Expertise in advanced topics such as edge computing, AI/ML integration, and zero-trust security models.

  • Proven track record of leading large-scale software transformations.

  • Strong leadership and communication skills across technical and executive audiences.

Please note at this time we are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Location and Workplace Flexibility

We have offices in Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Morristown NJ, Plano TX, St. Louis MO, St. Petersburg FL, and Hyderabad, India. We foster a hybrid and remote friendly culture, and all our employee's work locations are based on the needs of the position and determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities, if applicable, vary based on the work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies.

Base Salary Range

$169,000.00 - $213,750.00

At Zelis we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors, including experience, education, qualifications, as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills, etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonus plans, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role.

Zelis’ full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees’ health, well-being, and financial protection. The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Zelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet 100% of the qualifications for the role. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all.

Accessibility Support
We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation with any part of the application and/or interview process, please email TalentAcquisition@zelis.com.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, duties, and skills from time to time.

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Salary: 169k-214k USD

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About Zelis

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Zelis is on a mission to modernize the healthcare financial experience for all. Founded in 1995, Zelis is transforming how healthcare payments and claims management are handled through a unified platform. With a robust offering that engages with over 750 insurers nationwide, Zelis effectively bridges the gaps between payers, providers, and consumers. This commitment is reflected in their belief that modern healthcare extends beyond just clinical interactions, emphasizing the importance of a seamless financial experience as crucial to accessing care.

The company focuses on streamlining processes and enhancing transparency within the healthcare financial landscape. Their platform encompasses a wide range of services—from optimizing claims management and expediting payment processes to facilitating clear communication between all parties involved. With innovative solutions that adapt to the evolving needs of the healthcare industry, Zelis works to alleviate the common pain points associated with healthcare finance, ensuring that both providers and consumers can navigate the system with ease. This holistic approach has made them a trusted partner among the leading players in the healthcare sector.

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