Optum (UnitedHealth Group) is hiring an Enterprise Architect

Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is seeking an Enterprise Architect to join our team. In this role, you will leverage your deep knowledge of healthcare data and processes to collaborate closely with business stakeholders, designing solutions for complex challenges related to enrollment, claims, eligibility, and related systems. You'll be instrumental in translating business objectives into a cohesive architectural vision.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders and executive management to define and execute the architectural vision aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with business teams to understand healthcare processes and translate needs into actionable technical solutions.
• Facilitate JAD sessions and requirements workshops with cross-functional teams to design solutions for complex business challenges.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive architecture blueprints and technical designs for enterprise-level systems.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective technical solutions.
• Translate high-level business requirements into detailed technical specifications and architecture documents.
• Design and oversee integration strategies between complex systems, applications, and third-party services.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior architects and development teams.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance system performance and business outcomes.
• Analyze and optimize system performance, scalability, and security, addressing potential bottlenecks.
• Review solution designs for compliance with organizational standards, industry best practices, and healthcare regulatory requirements.
• Conduct technical risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for project-related challenges.
• Collaborate with project management teams to ensure timely delivery of architectural solutions.
• Lead the development of Proof of Concepts (POCs) and prototypes to validate design approaches.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of architectural designs and implementation processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the architecture team.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• 8+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, solution architecture, system design, and software development.
• 5+ years of experience with microservices architecture, APIs, RESTful services, and SOA.
• 2+ years of experience leading large-scale projects and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-native principles.
• Healthcare expertise is critical—hands-on experience with healthcare data, processes, and regulatory standards.
• Solid understanding of business initiatives and ability to partner with business teams to solve BI-related problems.
• Familiarity with architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF), design patterns, and best practices.
• Knowledge of databases (SQL, NoSQL), data modeling, and integration technologies.
• Understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools.

Nice to Have

• Advanced certifications (AWS, Azure, TOGAF).
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and security best practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with diverse teams.
• Ability to lead business-driven solution design and present technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and JAD facilitation.
• Proven ability to innovate and deliver solutions that solve business challenges.

Technical Stack

• Architecture: Microservices architecture, APIs, RESTful services, SOA
• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
• Databases: SQL, NoSQL
• Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
• Infrastructure: CI/CD pipelines

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary range: $110,200 to $188,800 annually.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase plan.
• 401k contribution.

Work Mode

This is a hybrid position open to candidates in the United States.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.