Senior Architecture Analyst

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.

The Senior Architecture Analyst will assess existing applications, platforms, and integrations for scalability, performance, security, and cost efficiency. Perform impact analysis for proposed changes across applications, data, infrastructure, and integrations. Support technology selection by analyzing vendor solutions, platforms, and tools against architectural requirements. Contribute to build-versus-buy and modernization recommendations (e.g., cloud migration, platform consolidation).

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and document technical architectures that align with enterprise standards and business goals
• Conduct architectural reviews and assessments to ensure scalability, security, and performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and product owners, to guide technical implementation
• Identify opportunities for technology optimization and innovation within existing systems
• Manage and maintain architectural artifacts and repositories
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architecture analysts
• Analyze complex business requirements and translate them into actionable technical blueprints
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with emphasis on responsible use of AI

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing solutions on cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or GCP)
• 5+ years of full software development lifecycle experience (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
• 3+ years of experience in application, data, integration, and infrastructure architecture concepts
• 2+ years of technical experience in leadership (senior level mentoring acceptable)
• 2+ years of proven experience with architectural frameworks (e.g., TOGAF) and modeling tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Git, Jenkins, or equivalent enterprise platforms
• Experience with Java, React and Typescript
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect)
• Experience working within the healthcare industry or a similarly regulated environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on strategic thinking
• All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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 far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to 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 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.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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