Technical Architect

Horace Mann is a purpose-driven company that is passionate about educators. The Technical Architect is responsible for translating business needs into scalable, efficient, and innovative technical solutions. This role involves designing, developing, and optimizing IT systems, ensuring high performance, reliability, and alignment with organizational goals. The Technical Architect works closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions across the full software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

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Partner with teams to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and efficient IT solutions

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Translate business requirements into technical system designs, integrating hardware, software, and network components

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Recommend technologies and products aligned with the organization’s technical infrastructure

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Lead analysis efforts through information gathering and system evaluation

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Design, document, develop, test, and debug applications within a team environment

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Support business optimization projects, including system enhancements and upgrades

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Ensure application performance, reliability, and quality standards are met

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Communicate technical plans clearly to designers, developers, and stakeholders

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Provide regular updates, raise issues, and share key information in meetings and stand-ups

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Contribute to organizational goals by completing assigned technical initiatives

Required Skills & Qualifications

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Strong knowledge of modern IT systems, best practices, and relevant legislation

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Proficiency in programming languages, web technologies, scripting tools, and protocols

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Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and project lifecycle principles

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Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

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Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and straightforward manner

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Ability to remain effective under pressure and manage competing priorities

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Strong interpersonal skills; tactful and diplomatic approach

Experience & Education

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Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field or equivalent work experience

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Typically 1–5 years of relevant experience in technical development or architecture

Additional Expectations

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Continuously advance technical knowledge through training, reading, and professional development

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Collaborate effectively within team environments and across departments

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Maintain a proactive approach to identifying improvements and driving solutions

Pay Range:

• $105,200.00 - $147,950.00

Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.

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Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two Springfield, Illinois, teachers who saw a need for quality, affordable auto insurance for teachers. Since then, we’ve broadened our mission to helping all educators protect what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow. And with our broadened mission has come corporate growth: We serve more than 4,100 school districts nationwide, we’re publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: HMN) and we have more than $12 billion in assets.

We’re motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children’s future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs. We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them. This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future. Our tailored offerings include special rates and benefits for educators.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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