Headquarters: Minnesota
hackajob is collaborating with UnitedHealth Group to connect them with exceptional tech professionals for this role.
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.
As a Software Architect at Optum Serve, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust, scalable, and high-performance software solutions. You will work closely with the Business Architecture Analyst to translate conceptual designs into Software Architecture Diagrams, then collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that our applications meet the highest standards of quality and performance. Your expertise in modern design patterns, cloud-native architectures, and Microsoft Azure will be crucial in driving our projects to success.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on challenging tasks.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design and develop software architectures using modern design patterns such as SOLID principles and Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
- Collaborate with development teams to create high-quality, maintainable code using .NET and Angular
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers, promoting best practices and continuous improvement
- Conduct architectural reviews and ensure alignment with business goals and technical requirements
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and apply them to improve our software solutions
- Work closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical solutions
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and gives you clear direction on what it takes to succeed, as well as opportunities for professional development.
Required Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in software design, engineering, and architecture
- 4+ years of experience in an architect role
- Experience leveraging AI tools in the software development lifecycle to improve quality and efficiency
- Experience as a Software Architect or similar role, with a background in software development
- Proficiency in .NET and Angular frameworks
- Solid understanding of networking principles in cloud environments
- Solid understanding and application of Domain-Driven Design and Event-Driven Architecture
- Expertise in modern design patterns, including SOLID principles and Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
- Extensive experience with cloud-native architectures and Microsoft Azure
- Experience with microservices architecture
- Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Solid knowledge of integration technologies, middleware, and protocols
- Familiarity with Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) and messaging systems
- Experience with building relationships with business leaders
- If offered this position, you will be required to provide extensive personal information to obtain and maintain a security clearance (Confidential/Secret or Top Secret) as a condition of your employment
- U.S. Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively
Conditions:
- This position will support Optum Serve’s performance of a U.S. Government contract and will require the successful applicant to access and/or process non-critical sensitive information (Personally Identifiable Information (PII) / Protected Health Information (PHI)) from a U.S. Government IT system
- To fulfill the data and IT system access requirements for this position, the successful applicant must: (1) be a U.S. citizen; (2) pass a National Agency Check with law enforcement; and (3) pass a credit check
All employees working remotely must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a wide range of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $110,200 to $188,800 annually for full-time employment. We comply with all applicable minimum wage laws.
Application Deadline: This posting will remain active for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. The job posting may be removed early due to a high volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe that everyone, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income, deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, many face significant barriers to good health, disproportionately affecting people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to reducing our impact on the environment and providing equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
