Cloud Solutions Architect

About Us We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn’t just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose: to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results. Apply today to make a difference with us. RLI is a Glassdoor Best Places to Work company with a strong, successful background. For decades, our financial track record has been stellar — a testament to our culture and validation of our reputation as an excellent underwriting company. Position Purpose The Solutions Architect holistically leads and supports the development and management of a portfolio of solutions in adherence to Enterprise Architecture standards and guidelines. Solutions include projects, products, systems (including applications, technologies, processes and information), shared infrastructure services and shared application services. Principal Duties & Responsibilities Serve as visionary and strategist for solution product areas associated with Azure. Provides consultation to application owners, business partners and peer groups regarding long and short-range architecture solutions to meet business objectives. Recommends solutions and develops business case alternatives that anticipate the future direction of the business, business drivers and technology strategy in context of cloud solutions Aligns new solutions to the current architectural principles regarding standards and integration in the organization. Lead cloud modernization and migration initiatives (e.g., App Gateway V1→V2, Azure SQL, Fabric), ensuring scalable, cost‑effective, and reusable solution designs. Partnering with other IT teams to define and govern cloud networking strategy, including Private Endpoints, DNS patterns, and segmentation models. Drive architecture governance, roadmaps, platform standards, guardrails, and futurization workshops, incorporating Microsoft best practices and reference architectures. Produce high‑quality reference architectures and Lucid diagrams that translate requirements into clear, actionable designs. Balance the functional and nonfunctional requirements with necessary compromises while maintaining project scope. Mentor and guide less experienced associates, while owning and strengthening the technical relationship with Microsoft Education & Experience Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in computer science, information-technology, engineering, system analysis or a related study 5 years of cloud infrastructure experience, Azure preferred Must have experience in at least two IT solution development disciplines, including technical or infrastructure architecture, network management, application development, middleware, database management or cloud development Insurance knowledge a plus [OR] equivalent level of education and experience Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies Experience with the entire Software Development Lifecycle from Analysis to Deployment of Software/Apps. Experience working with various technology stacks across frontend and backend including databases. Knowledge of various aspects of an enterprise technology architecture like business, information, data, network and security. Contributor towards information technology principles and processes definition and implementation. Knowledge of financial models and budgeting. Understanding and knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL). Knowledge and understanding of different scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, etc) Understanding and knowledge of IT standards and controls. Excellent understanding of application development methodologies and infrastructure and network architecture. Understanding and knowledge of Business domain. Experience analyzing and resolving moderately complex, cross-system issues. Excellent analytical, planning, organizational and technical and skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with developers in an in-and-out outsourced environment. Compensation Overview The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future. Base Pay Range $127,088.00 - $185,231.00 Total Rewards At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee. Financial Incentives Annual bonus plans Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) 401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings) Work & Life Paid time off (PTO) and holidays Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities Parental and family care leave Flexible & hybrid work arrangements Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform Employee assistance program Health & Wellness Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits Flexible spending and health savings accounts 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase Short-term and long-term disability benefits Personal & Professional Growth RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Our personal and professional growth benefits include: Training & certification opportunities Tuition reimbursement Education bonuses Diversity & Inclusion Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results. RLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. WHAT MAKES RLI DIFFERENT RLI is a specialty insurance company that helps customers navigate the world of insurance and risk. For more than a half century, we’ve been helping people and companies safeguard their assets through our innovative portfolio of property and casualty coverages and surety products. We’re not what you’d expect from a typical insurance company. From our products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Our remarkable people. Our people are among the smartest and most knowledgeable in the business. They are experts at building relationships that last with our brokers and customers by providing outstanding service and creating ideal coverages with competitive premiums. Our underwriting focus. We seek underserved niches in the marketplace and provide coverages that meet very specific needs. We eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy, give our underwriters authority and share the profits. Our entrepreneurial culture. At RLI, we’ve created a business model that works: hire smart, ethical people, make them owners of the business, and give them the freedom to succeed. Our employees are encouraged to seek out opportunities, make things happen and do the unexpected. About Us Culture Glassdoor Reviews Financial Results California Privacy

Salary : $127,088 - $185,231