Lead Business Architect-Policy
Duck Creek · Sydney, Australia · 1mo ago
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Lead Business Architect Senior Manager
WHO WE ARE
Duck Creek Technologies is the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of the property and casualty (P&C) insurance industry. Our modern SaaS platform enables insurers to run agile, cloud-based operations and deliver better customer experiences.
Duck Creek is a flexible-first company, offering employees autonomy in how they manage their work. As part of our Flying Together approach, we are thoughtfully increasing opportunities for in-person collaboration by focusing on hiring in designated locations. This role is aligned to a specific location, and you’ll partner with your leader to participate in meaningful in-person moments that support team connection and collaboration.
ABOUT VISTA
Duck Creek Technologies is a portfolio company of Vista Equity Partners, a global investment firm that partners with mission-critical enterprise software and technology-enabled businesses to drive growth and operational excellence. As part of a Vista portfolio company, you’ll work in an environment backed by deep expertise, long-term investment, and a strong commitment to building market-leading businesses and meaningful careers.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Lead Business Architect is responsible for understanding the company’s business strategy, operating vision, business imperatives and capabilities and how they affect technology imperatives. The Lead Business Architect is recognized by the project team and customer as the expert on business architecture and serves as the point of escalation for architecture related activities, and is the escalation point for the Customer. The role is expected to work across multiple complex projects simultaneously.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Responsible for understanding the company’s business strategy, operating vision, business imperatives and capabilities and how they affect technology imperatives
Understands the key challenges that sponsor and key stakeholders face
Defines and maps business capabilities; Assesses capability maturity and Identifies capability gaps
Assists in Designing target operating models (TOM)
Analyzes end-to-end business processes and standardizes processes
Improves operational efficiency by removing redundancies and bottlenecks
Supports automation initiatives
Recognized by the project team and customer as the expert on business architecture
Serves as the point of escalation for architecture related activities, and for the Customer
Collaborates with other architects, defines opportunities to create business value for the client, and define the specific business solutions and structures needed to realize these opportunities, and also defines how the proposed solutions will fit into the overall enterprise architecture
Assists in defining the performance goals, metrics, and key milestones for the proposed solutions
Reviews prototypes, enterprise blueprints, and the scope of the initiatives to meet the business imperatives
Contributes IP back to practice
Works across multiple complex projects simultaneously
Performs other related duties and activities as required
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WHAT YOU’VE DONE
Bachelor’s degree required, or higher education level, or foreign equivalent, preferably in computer science
Minimum of 12 years’ professional experience, preferably in implementing software applications
At least 12 years’ experience implementing P&C insurance software applications
At least 12 years’ experience with .Net Solutions and SQL and relational database design
Specialized Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities:
Experience with systems integration (Policy, Billing, Claims, Reinsurance, Third-Party systems)
Experience/knowledge of P&C Insurance software applications
Experience/knowledge of software development life cycle for P&C insurance
Experience implementing Duck Creek solutions required
Other Requirements:
Travel: 50-75%
Work Authorization: Legally authorized to work in the country of the job location.
Physical: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met
CORE COMPETENCIES
Our team is built on strong core values that guide how we work and grow together. We prioritize clear and thoughtful communication, fostering open collaboration across diverse perspectives to achieve shared goals. We approach challenges with curiosity and critical thinking, seeking creative solutions while remaining adaptable in a fast-changing environment. We take accountability for our work and outcomes, holding ourselves to high standards of integrity and professionalism. Above all, we are committed to doing the right thing—treating others with respect, embracing continuous learning, and engaging inclusively across cultures and backgrounds.
LEARN MORE
- Company Website – Transforming Insurance with Duck Creek's SaaS Solutions
-Life at Duck Creek – Life at Duck Creek - Duck Creek
-Benefits & Rewards – Wellbeing & Rewards - Duck Creek
LOCATION & WAYS OF WORKING
Duck Creek is a flexible-first company, offering employees autonomy in how they manage their day-to-day work. As part of our Flying Together approach, we are thoughtfully increasing opportunities for in-person collaboration by focusing on hiring in designated locations.
This role is aligned to a specific location, and you are expected to reside within reasonable proximity to that location. You will partner with your leader to participate in meaningful in-person moments that support team connection, collaboration, and business priorities.
At the start of your employment, your work may be performed remotely, subject to business needs and company guidelines. As our Flying Together approach continues to evolve, you may be expected to transition to a hybrid work arrangement, including working from a designated office location on a schedule determined by your leader and organizational needs.
The Company reserves the right to modify your work arrangement, including location expectations and in-person requirements, based on business needs, organizational policy, or regulatory considerations.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Our global team values the unique perspectives each employee brings. Our success is driven by an inclusive culture where everyone can learn from one another, regardless of role or background. This collaborative approach helps us continuously improve our products, services, and systems.
Duck Creek is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, with decisions based on skills, experience, and achievements—without regard to any protected status.
We strive to lead by example in inclusion, diversity, and equity, creating an environment where employees can be their authentic selves. Our values guide us: We Prioritize Respect, We Listen, We Care, We Add Value, and We Lead.
To learn more: https://www.duckcreek.com/life-at-duck-creek/
AI STATEMENT
To ensure an equitable and consistent process, candidates are expected to complete all interviews based on their own knowledge and experience. The use of AI tools during interviews is not permitted.
PRIVACY NOTICE
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Duck Creek Technologies may collect and process your personal data – Refer Privacy Notice
NOTICE
Duck Creek Technologies does not accept agency resumes.
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