Application Architect - Remote

When it comes to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our customers and employees, USAble Life is always ready. We are a diverse group of individuals working together to go the extra mile. Through our DEI initiatives, employees feel empowered to bring their talents and voice to our culture.

Our passion for delivering the best products is matched only by our passion for our people. We are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of others which extends beyond our office walls. USAble Life has a long tradition of supporting our communities, and we're proud of the fact that our employees share that commitment.

We have been recognized as a "Best Places to Work" in Arkansas, Florida, and Hawaii. You'll be rewarded with opportunities for personal and professional development and opportunities for advancement. This, coupled with our engaging culture and a comprehensive benefits package, ensures we are committed to our employees.

Check out how we make a meaningful difference in the lives of others!

• A culture that values employees and celebrates, empowers, and inspires a diverse workforce
• Outstanding and affordable benefits package
• PTO provided at date of hire
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) with up to 6% match; fully vested from day 1
• Remote opportunities with company-provided equipment
• Team-oriented, collaborative group of peers
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclusion Council and Employee Resource Groups
• Recharge Days and Volunteer Time Off
• This is a remote position.

The base salary range for the Application Architect is 109,000 to 196,000. Actual salaries will vary by geographic location and are based on factors such as candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, competencies, and company tenure & equity. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan based on company performance and individual performance.

The Application Architect plays a pivotal role in the software development lifecycle. This position is responsible for guiding the design, development, and implementation of enterprise applications, ensuring alignment with business goals, IT standards, and regulatory requirements. This role works to increase developer productivity through mentoring, creating guidelines and standards for development, and creating libraries that are reused throughout various applications.

• Design and oversee the architecture of enterprise applications, ensuring alignment with coding standards and architectural principles
• Actively contribute to development efforts and utilizes hands‑on coding
• Mentor Developers and promote best practices in software engineering, testing, and deployment
• Assist in the architecture, maintenance, and testing of software and tools
• Coordinate the evaluation of development languages, tools, and other software by determining their strategic applicability to systems and projects, and make recommendations
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define technical requirements and translate business needs into robust software solutions
• Provide timely feedback to management regarding issues, changes in business direction, and key decisions
• Perform code reviews to ensure adherence to standards, conventions, and consistency across applications
• Work with management to identify opportunities for improvement in both technology and business decision‑making
• Engage with business stakeholders to understand their needs and evaluate how different solution options impact various departments within the business
• Communicate effectively with both business departments and IT staff
• Create and maintain reusable libraries and frameworks to improve developer productivity and consistency
• Establish and enforce development guidelines and architectural standards, ensuring alignment with enterprise IT strategy
• Provide technical leadership across multiple projects, helping teams resolve complex design and implementation challenges
• Evaluate emerging technologies and tools, assessing their strategic fit for the Company’s systems…