Big Data Java Solution Architect

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)

We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our team of Big Data Java Solution Architects in Optum Data Management in Eden Prairie, MN. As a Big Data Java Solution Architect will play a critical role in defining the future state data management capability (Data Fabric) being built on Big Data capabilities like Hadoop & NoSQL databases as well as by leveraging traditional DW technologies where applicable.

As a Big Data Java Solution Architect you will take the lead in gaining technical understanding of Big Data technologies and, in particular, gain working technical knowledge of managing massive volumes of data leveraging Hadoop. This role will be working hands-on to develop proofs-of-concepts (POC) to identify viable options for implementing a particular data management need. This role will also pass on the learning to peers for knowledge sharing.

Primary Responsibilities:

• 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

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of Information Technology experience


• Minimum 5 years of experience with Java development


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Lead Java Developer role


• Definition and development of framework architecture


• Strategies for supporting schema evolution


• near real-time processing and continuous data integration


• Experience with build lifecycle using Maven / Gradle


• Experience delivering against long-term, strategic technology roadmaps


• Success leading multiple projects through the entire SDLC


• High accountability with a demonstrated ability to deliver


• Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas (both verbally and in writing) to executives and technologists


• Bachelor's degree 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience working as an architect


• Experience with UML notation, patterns, automated testing and SOA


• Experience with Hadoop & Big Data architecture


• Experience creating Data Mart / Data Warehouse


• Experience with integration methodologies and tools


• Experience with Meta Data tools and techniques


• Experience with data quality and data profiling tools

Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(SM)

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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