Big Data Solution Architect- Multiple locations

We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team in Optum Data Management (ODM) preferably in our Eden Prairie, MN location. The Solution Architect will play a critical role in defining and architecting the future state data management platform with near real-time and batch capabilities using modern processing and storage technologies.

Core responsibilities:

The candidate filling this role is expected to take the lead in gaining technical expertise of Big Data technologies to architect solutions with optimal processing and storage technologies to support business use cases. This role will be working hands on to evaluate technology options to meet a particular data management need.

Other Roles:

• Architect solutions for key business initiatives ensuring alignment with future state analytics architecture vision


• Work closely with the project teams as outlined in the SDLC engagement model to provide guidance in implementing solutions at various stages of projects


• Engage constructively with project teams to support project objectives through the application of sound architectural principles


• Develop and validate that the proposed solution architecture supports the stated & implied business requirements of the project


• Review technical team deliverables for compliance with architecture standards and guidelines


• Adopt innovative architectural approaches to leverage in-house data integration capabilities consistent with architectural goals of the enterprise


• Create architectural designs for different stakeholders that provide a conceptual definition of the information processing needs for the delivery project

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

Required :

• 10 or more years in the IT profession developing solutions to meet functional and non-functional requirements


• 5 or more years of experience with Object-oriented (Java or C++)or functional programming (Scala) development, Real-time and near real-time processing and Application of software engineering principles


• Experience delivering against long-term, strategic technology roadmaps


• Experience with integration patterns


• Success leading multiple projects through the entire SDLC


• Prior experience communicate ideas (both verbally and in writing) to executives and technologists


• Experience with  EAI and SOA architecture

Assets: 

• Experience with Hadoop & Big Data architecture


• Experience with RDBMS and NoSQL data bases


• Experience with integration methodologies and tools


• Experience with UML notation


• Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

OptumInsight is part of the family of companies that make UnitedHealth Group one of the leaders across most major segments of the US health care system.

OptumInsight is one of the largest and fastest growing health information companies. We specialize in improving the performance of the health system by providing analytics, technology and consulting services that enable better decisions and results. We integrate workflow solutions that deliver data in real-time, and create actionable insights - processing health information that relates directly to and affects one in four patients in the U.S, one in every three Medicaid dollars and one in every five emergency room visits. And we do it all with every action focused on our shared values of Integrity, Compassion, Relationships, Innovation & Performance.

What can YOU do with the right information? At OptumInsight, the possibilities and the impact are limitless. No matter what your role is at OptumInsight, you'll be empowered to ask more questions, develop better solutions and help make the health care system greater than ever. It's always fresh. It's always exciting. And it's never been more important.

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