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 12+ years experienced Solution Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for reviewing and providing design solutions for new features, optimizing existing data models, enhancing user experience, and implementing Generative AI to improve product features. The role involves working with two products built on Angular, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Node.js, with PowerBI for reporting. One application is hosted on Azure public cloud, and the other on Kubernetes (k8s).

Primary Responsibilities:

Review and provide design solutions for new features across two products, ensuring they align with business objectives and user needs Analyze and optimize existing data models in MySQL and PostgreSQL to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability Redesign user experience for both applications to enhance usability, accessibility, and overall user satisfaction Develop and implement strategies for integrating Generative AI to enhance product features, such as personalized recommendations, automated content generation, and intelligent data analysis Collaborate with Product Owners, Engineering Managers, and UX/UI designers, to ensure cohesive and efficient project execution Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement Ensure best practices in software development and architecture are followed, including code reviews, design patterns, and documentation Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies, particularly in cloud computing, containerization, and AI, to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge 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, Engineering, or a related field Experience with PowerBI for creating and managing reports and dashboards Proven experience as a Solution Architect or similar role, with a solid portfolio of successful projects Solid understanding of data modeling, database design, and optimization techniques Demonstrated experience in designing and optimizing user experiences, with a focus on usability and accessibility Expertise in Angular for front-end development, and MySQL and PostgreSQL for database management Proficiency in Node.js for server-side development In-depth knowledge of cloud platforms, specifically Azure, and container orchestration with Kubernetes (k8s) Proven excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think strategically and innovatively Solid communication and collaboration abilities, with experience working in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification in cloud platforms or architecture Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines Knowledge of Generative AI and its applications in product development, including machine learning models and natural language processing.

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.