Architect - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Minnetonka, MN

4d•$112,700 - $193,200•Remote

About The Position

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field
8+ years of overall experience working in enterprise architecture, solution architecture, system design, and software development
5+ years of experience working with microservices architecture, APIs, RESTful web services, and service-oriented architecture (SOA)
2+ years of experience in leading large-scale projects and cross-functional teams in a complex organizational environment
2+ years of hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-native architecture principles
2+ years of experience in the healthcare industry, healthcare data or with large-scale healthcare applications, understanding of healthcare regulations and standards
Experience working with modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, or similar) and software development methodologies
Experience with databases (SQL, NoSQL), data modeling, and application integration technologies
In-depth knowledge of architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF), design patterns, and industry best practices

Nice To Haves

Understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code (IaC), and automation tools
Proven solid Written and Verbal skills
Proven ability to assess and make informed decisions on trade-offs between different technologies, design options, and architectural approaches

Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior stakeholders, including business leaders and executive management, to define and execute the architectural vision aligned with business objectives
Develop and maintain comprehensive architecture blueprints and technical designs for enterprise-level systems and applications
Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective technical solutions
Translate high-level business requirements into detailed, actionable technical specifications and architecture documents
Design and oversee integration strategies between complex systems, applications, and third-party services to ensure seamless interoperability
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior architects and development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices
Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance system performance, reliability, and business outcomes
Analyze and optimize system performance, scalability, and security, identifying and addressing potential bottlenecks and vulnerabilities
Review and validate solution designs to ensure they comply with organizational standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements
Conduct technical risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address project-related challenges and uncertainties
Collaborate with project management teams to ensure the timely delivery and successful implementation of architectural solutions
Lead the development of Proof of Concepts (POCs) and prototypes to validate design approaches, technologies, and integration methods
Maintain up-to-date and detailed documentation of architectural designs, solutions, and implementation processes for reference and compliance purposes
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the architecture team to enhance efficiency, quality, and innovation in solution delivery