Expert Applications Architect (Platform Engineering)

This role does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship (including CPT, OPT, TN or H-1B).
*This is a hybrid position with an onsite requirement in one of our office locations: Oakland, CA; Rancho Cordova, CA; Alpharetta, GA; or San Francisco, CA.

The Expert Applications Architect will be responsible for the design and analysis of software projects, coordination, creation and socialization of the conceptual approach document on strategic business initiatives, documentation standards, system architecture best practices and current system architecture documentation for their respective domain. The position is also responsible for collaborating with partner teams, enterprise architecture and development teams on best practices, guidelines and standards as well as evangelizing Technology transformation initiatives. This position is responsible for providing expertise and direction to Leadership when discussing strategic projects, design and application initiatives as well as providing high level estimates for the purpose of business case creation.

Responsibilities:

Performs complex systems analysis and solution design on software applications

Performs coordination, creation and socialization of the conceptual approach document for new business initiatives

Collaborates with the enterprise architecture and development teams to assure strategy alignment and utilize common components where applicable within the application.

Acts as an expert technical mentor to other members of the development teams and business users.

Understands normal business constraints (resources, budget, and legacy technology) and actively develop creative solutions within this framework to address these limitations.

Participates and leads in code reviews to identify errors in the development phase that will lessen product vulnerabilities as well as improve the quality of the software.

Assists with deep technical problem determination during system outage events and work with operational team to quickly evaluate and implement resolution paths.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of technical/functional design experience related to application implementation and software development.
• 5+years of experience with software design/development resulting in strong knowledge of application frameworks.
• Expert level technical knowledge in software development methodologies, design, and implementation.
• Experience designing and supporting enterprise platform solutions, including platform architecture, deployment, operations, automation, and lifecycle management.
• Experience architecting and integrating enterprise applications using APIs, service-oriented architectures, and shared platform services.
• Experience with content management and document management platforms; experience with Alfresco or similar enterprise content management solutions preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure technologies, cloud architecture, networking, and platform services.
• Demonstrated ability to lead solution design from architecture and technical design through implementation, deployment, and operational support.
• Experience developing architectural standards, solution roadmaps, deployment topologies, and enterprise platform strategies.
• Ability to balance deep technical expertise with a broad platform-oriented mindset across multiple business domains and technology platforms.
• Experience collaborating with application development, platform engineering, infrastructure, security, and operations teams to deliver scalable enterprise solutions.
• Understanding of platform adoption, onboarding, change management, and strategies that enable successful consumption of enterprise services and platforms.
• Experience with DevOps practices, cloud operations, and modern application delivery models.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) platforms and services, and the ability to evaluate their application within enterprise technology environments.
• Expert level knowledge in Object Oriented Design.
• Experience with Agile Development and working with offshore teams.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent documentation skills including conceptual, logical, and physical diagrams.
• 5+ years of experience in the Dental Insurance/Healthcare industry.
  

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 23. $106,400 - $230,600

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

This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.

Important Work Authorization Information

Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

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Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA, Alpharetta, GA, Fair Oaks, CA

Job ID: Delta_Dental-3512

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-10-01T18:50:44