Corporate Systems Architect; Hybrid

About Us

At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness. Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2025 and certification as a Great Place to Work® in 2025 for the sixth consecutive year.

Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.

"Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Selective will not sponsor or assume the sponsorship of an employment visa at this time."

Note for NJ candidates:
This role will be located at our future headquarters in Short Hills, N.J. Until the new headquarters is operational, the successful candidate will be offered the ability to work in our Branchville, N.J. location during this interim period.

Are you ready to lead the transformation of enterprise technology at a dynamic, growth-focused organization? We’re seeking a passionate and visionary Corporate Systems Architect who thrives on designing and integrating complex IT systems that drive business success. This is your opportunity to shape the future of our core business functions—Finance, HR, Sales, and more—by bridging the gap between technical teams and business leaders.

• Create comprehensive system blueprints, defining architecture, components, data flow, and integrations.
• Develop long-term technology roadmaps, evaluating new technologies for quality and security.
• Work closely with business owners to understand needs and communicate technical vision.
• Assess and document technical debt, establish prioritization frameworks, and ensure clear communication with stakeholders regarding remediation plans.
• Establish clear expectations for Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs), such as performance, scalability, reliability, and security, and implement processes to monitor and ensure compliance throughout the system lifecycle.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure solutions align with business strategy and enterprise architecture.
• Define standards for system integration, and ensure seamless interoperability between platforms, with a strong emphasis on ERP and HCM platforms such as Workday.
• Act as the technical leader, partnering with the delivery lead, on the acquisition of new systems and technologies that support evolving business needs.
• Develop strategies for onboarding and integrating acquired systems into the existing technology landscape.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and market developments in enterprise systems, especially ERP and HCM solutions.
• Ensure that the correct IT, Compliance and Security protocols are adhered to.

We’re looking for a tech leader with a strategic mindset, a passion for innovation, and the ability to connect technology to business outcomes. Here’s what sets you apart:

• 7+ years of experience in applictions development, and 3+ years of relevant architectural experience
• Deep knowledge of infrastructure, cloud, and major platforms, with a strong emphasis on Workday and other ERP/HCM systems.
• Experience designing and integrating multi-tier systems in high-volume environments.
• Familiarity with modern architectural patterns, software development best practices, Cloud capabilities, and Dev Ops initiatives.
• Proven ability to mentor and assess technical teams, and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strategic thinker who can translate complex technology into actionable business solutions.
• Skilled at addressing complex challenges and proposing effective solutions.
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