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.

 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Application Architect to join M&R Sales Tech team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and overseeing the development of a robust, scalable, and high-performance Java-based portal.

 

This role is critical to define the Design and Architecture as we develop new Microapps, define optimization and best practices, cloud technologies (Azure). The ideal candidate will have a solid hands-on experience in Technology development and Architecture, Critical Thinking, Azure Cloud, CDN caching strategy, knowledge of AI/ML and capable of implementing the ideas.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

Architectural Design:  Lead the architectural design, create network diagram and ensuring alignment with business requirements and best practices Technical leadership: Provide technical leadership to the software development team, ensuring that the implemented solutions are aligned with the business objectives and the overall IT strategy. Code Review: Conduct regular code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure adherence to architectural standards. Implementation of Machine Learning Models: Use LLMs for implementing AI/ML models, performing data analysis, and generating insights. Performance Optimization: Optimize the performance, reliability, and scalability of the application through efficient coding practices and innovative solutions. Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs. 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:

Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience Experience: 13+ years of experience in software development and Architecture role Technical Skills:  Extensive experience with Java, React, JavaSscript, AEM, SpringBoot Framework, GitHub Actions and related technologies Solid understanding of database design and optimization, including experience with SQL, cosmos db, data pipelines Problem-Solving Skills: Proven excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail Communication Skills: Proven solid verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Soft Skills:  Certification in relevant cloud technologies (e.g., Azure) Experience with Agile development methodologies Proven excellent leadership and team management skills Proven solid problem-solving and analytical abilities Proven effective communication and interpersonal skills

 

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.