Job Title: Principal IS Architect PHP, Healthcare Technology Solutions, Virtual Company Name: Providence Job Details: RemoteFull,Time Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/pkc9ld24kddvs5rp Job Description: Posted 2w agoPrincipal IS Architect PHP, Healthcare Technology Solutions, Virtual@ ProvidenceView All JobsWebsiteUnited StatesRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:Define architecture, Lead evaluations, Collaborate with teamsRequirements Summary:Bachelor's in Computer Science or Information Systems; 8+ years engineering or business systems analysis; 8+ years full life cycle application development; 6+ years multi-tier apps; enterprise SAFe/Agile experience.Technical Tools Mentioned:Cloud, Java, SQL, API, Enterprise Architecture, Data Modeling, Architecture Governance Principal IS Architect PHP Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Health Plan Partners and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.As a strategic Principal IS Architect at Providence Health Plans, you’ll be the driving force behind architectural vision and execution. You’ll serve as the go-to expert for end-to-end solutions—spanning software, hardware, integration, and data—while shaping roadmaps, standards, and governance that align with business goals. Your role will influence enterprise strategy, guide technology evaluations, and ensure compliance with industry standards. From leading cross-functional planning and design initiatives to communicating complex technical concepts in clear, actionable terms, you’ll empower teams to deliver innovative solutions that fuel growth, enhance consumer experiences, and keep PHP at the forefront of healthcare technology.Providence welcomes virtual work for applicants who reside within in one of the following states: WashingtonOregonCalifornia  What You Will Be Responsible For:Serve as the primary point of contact for questions related to Providence Health Plans’ end-to-end needs, including software, hardware, integration, and dataProvide architectural leadership for projects and guide strategic technology decisionsLead efforts to structure and deliver comprehensive documentation of PHP IS strategy and direction, enabling growth, compliance, financial objectives, and exceptional consumer experiencesDefine and communicate technical vision, roadmaps, standards, and guidelines aligned with organizational strategySet strategic priorities and ensure alignment across initiativesIdentify, prioritize, and resolve architectural issuesAssist with technology evaluations and provide guidance on IS policies and standardsShare knowledge, foster collaboration, and influence best practices across teamsPresent proposals and updates to IS and PHP governing councilsMaintain strong relationships and networks to ensure cross-Providence coverage for PHPEngage with PHP leaders, subject matter experts, partners, and the broader healthcare industry to influence and align strategiesConsult, review, and facilitate knowledge management using IS tools and processesCollaborate with business teams to understand and shape requirementsDemonstrate awareness of cross-functional and cross-domain impactsStay current on emerging technologies, products, and trends relevant to architectural solutionsEnsure solutions align with business and IT goals and objectivesAssess the scope and impact of business changes on systemsLead or participate in identifying solution options and features, and communicate these to stakeholders through architecture reviews.Incorporate software and system architecture (infrastructure, network) into conceptual designsEnsure compliance with enterprise technology standards, including solution patterns, application frameworks, technology roadmaps, and capital plansIdentify gaps between standards and proposed solutions, and manage exceptions or waivers as neededMaintain awareness of current technology assets and their capabilitiesAdhere to and enforce the architecture governance frameworkRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems8 or more years of experience in engineering or business systems analysis Experience supporting more than one business process / area8 or more years of full life cycle application development experience6 or more years of experience building multi-tier applicationsEnterprise Scaled Agile Development ExperiencePreferred Qualifications:Master's Degree in Computer Science or Information SystemsCertification from the appropriate standards body Healthcare Industry ExperienceTeam leadership or team management experienceExperience prototyping and performance tuning applications deployed across multiple operating systems, languages and computing platformsCloud development and deployment experienceSalary Range by Location:  California: Humboldt: Min: $68.62, Max: $108.34  California: All Northern California - Except Humboldt: Min: $76.99, Max: $121.55  California: All Southern California: Min: $68.62, Max: $108.34  Oregon: Non-Portland Service Area: Min: $61.37, Max: $96.89  Oregon: Portland Service Area: Min: $65.83, Max: $103.93  Washington: Western: Min: $68.62, Max: $108.34  Washington: Southwest - Olympia: Min: $65.83, Max: $103.93  Washington: Clark County: Min: $65.83, Max: $103.93  Washington: Eastern: Min: $58.58, Max: $92.48  Washington: Southeastern: Min: $61.37, Max: $96.89  Why Join Providence? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.About CompanyProvidence Shared Services is a service line within Providence that provides a variety of functional and system support services for our family of organizations across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. We are focused on supporting our Mission by delivering a robust foundation of services and sharing of specialized expertise.Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.Company At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position.  The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits. Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.