Architect - Remote or Hybrid in MN and DC

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead technologist for program, responsible for the technical success of each business partner integration program
• Influence internal Optum Infrastructure Teams to adapt services and processes to better meet integration requirements
• Present to Business/IT teams on Optum's infrastructure and hosting services and identify the benefits of hosting and/or integrating with Optum
• Provide thoughtful and innovative solutions to complex technical problems
• Consider options, design, estimate and communicate solutions and recommendations that meet customer needs and are in alignment with business and IT goals / objectives
• Produce documentation such as high-level architecture diagrams to support recommended solutions
• Maintain technical knowledge of current and emerging technologies/products/trends related to security and architectural solutions
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation by streamlining workflows and automating repetitive tasks
• Evaluate emerging trends to drive continuous improvement and strategic innovation
• Work effectively in a diverse organization spread across multiple locations

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or 10+ years of equivalent experience
• 5+ years of leadership and IT business integration architecture experience in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment
• 5+ years of demonstrated knowledge in various technologies, hosting platforms and concepts/methodologies
• Core Technologies: Compute, Storage, Networking, Load Balancing, Firewalls, Desktop Technologies, Infrastructure Architecture, Application Hosting (On-Prem and Cloud)

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional Technologies: IOT, Clinical and Zscaler
• Hands-on approach, take charge mentality and being able to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Familiar with various security/regulatory processes including standards & issues involved in multi-tier cloud or hybrid applications
• Highly motivated with proven success meeting commitments in a deadline-driven environment with multiple competing priorities
• Proven ability to discuss cloud architecture and principles of modern platforms including SaaS, PaaS, multi-tenancy, multi-tiered infrastructure, etc.
• Proven strategic and critical thinking mindset while maintaining a customer focused perspective
• Demonstrated ability to influence opinion without direct managerial control
• Demonstrated crisp, articulate written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 10% (US Only)

Pay and Benefits

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).

The salary for this role will range from $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.