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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Solutions Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, efficient, and robust systems that meet our business and technical requirements. This role requires a deep understanding of Unified Modeling Language (UML) for system modeling, proficiency in integrating modern technologies and APIs, expertise in cloud infrastructure, and the ability to drive platform development and comprehensive system design.
Primary Responsibilities
System Design & Architecture:
Develop comprehensive system architectures that align with business objectives and technical requirements
Create detailed UML diagrams (class diagrams, sequence diagrams, use case diagrams, etc.) to model system components and workflows
Design scalable, secure, and maintainable architectures for new and existing applications
UML & Flow Creation:
Utilize UML effectively to visualize, specify, construct, and document software systems
Develop clear and comprehensive flowcharts and process diagrams to illustrate system operations and integrations
Modern Technology & API Integrations:
Integrate modern technologies and third-party APIs to enhance system functionality and performance
Design and implement RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs ensuring seamless interaction between different system components and external services
Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve system integrations and overall architecture
Cloud Infrastructure:
Design and manage cloud-based infrastructure on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
Ensure cloud solutions are optimized for performance, cost, and security
Implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or similar
Platform Development:
Lead the development of platform solutions that support multiple applications and services
Ensure the platform architecture supports scalability, reliability, and ease of maintenance
Collaborate with development teams to integrate platform services into various applications
Collaboration & Communication:
Work closely with stakeholders, including product managers, developers, and business analysts, to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications
Present architectural designs and system proposals to technical and non-technical audiences
Mentor and guide junior architects and developers in best practices and architectural standards
Quality Assurance & Compliance:
Ensure all architectural solutions comply with industry standards, security protocols, and regulatory requirements
Conduct architectural reviews and provide recommendations for improvements
Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience in software architecture or a related role
Hands-on experience with modern data technologies and API integrations
Proven experience with UML and creating detailed system flow diagrams
Experience in platform development and comprehensive system design
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes
Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
Familiarity with API design and development (RESTful, GraphQL)
Solid background in cloud infrastructure design and management (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Proficiency in UML tools such as Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, or similar
Proven solid programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript
Proven exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
Proven solid communication and interpersonal abilities
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Proven detail-oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency
Preferred Qualifications
AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Professional Cloud Architect
Certified UML Professional (CUP) or similar certifications
Experience with microservices architecture
Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
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