Director, Advisory Services - Cloud Architect - Remote

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 135,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Cloud Architect & Enterprise Architect to shape cloud strategy and modernization for client environments. You will lead cloud and data architecture efforts, align roadmaps with business goals, and drive migration of applications to the cloud.

The role offers remote work within the U.S. with in-office requirements for Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. areas, and emphasizes collaboration with clients, teams, and stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure cloud solutions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in IT.
• 12+ years in Infrastructure management, application design, architecture, or delivery.
• 10+ years of digital transformation experience across business areas.
• 7+ years in legacy modernization and cloud modernization.
• 5+ years in consulting with top firms or hyperscalers (Azure and/or AWS).
• 5+ years in data engineering, AI, process improvement, etc.
• 5+ years of experience with sales process and opportunity tracking.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Cloud subject matter expert on Cloud, Enterprise Architecture, and related Technologies.
• Lead and influence high-visibility projects with a clear architecture vision.
• Develop cloud strategy and data modernization roadmaps for clients.
• Act as solution architect for cloud and data in new or migrated applications.
• Prepare client-ready materials and lead strategy/architecture discussions.
• Design architecture solutions leveraging public/private/hybrid cloud patterns.
• Demonstrate cloud automation, monitoring, and optimization practices.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Enterprise architecture

Cloud modernization

Data engineering

AI

Process improvement

Sales process

Tools

Azure

AWS

Job description

Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

If you are a Cloud Architect & Enterprise Architect who takes pride in what you deliver and passionate about developing strategy for migration in the cloud as well as developing new applications in the cloud, we have a great opportunity for you. We are looking for a Cloud Architect who will be part of PTS practice and can help us modernize existing applications.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Cloud subject matter expert on Cloud, Enterprise Architecture, and many other Technologies
• Deep experience in developing vision and leading complex and high visibility projects
• Deep experience in developing cloud strategy, cloud data modernization strategy, architecture, and infrastructure roadmap for client organizations
• Serve as solution architect for broad areas in cloud and data for new application developments or migration of existing infrastructure and applications to Cloud
• Comfortable in designing, preparing client ready material and presenting to the clients or facilitating Cloud strategy / architecture discussions with clients
• Generate architecture solution leveraging public / private/ or hybrid cloud deployment patterns
• Experience in cloud automation, cloud monitoring, and Cloud optimization

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience in IT
• 12+ years of IT experience in Infrastructure management, application design, architecture, or application delivery
• 10+ years of digital transformation experience with broad business areas and lines of business
• 7+ years of solid legacy modernization, cloud modernization experience
• 5+ years in Consulting with top 4 consulting organizations or hyperscalers (Azure and/or AWS)
• 5+ years of deep experience in areas adjacent to cloud like data engineering, AI, process improvement, etc.
• 5+ years of experience with sales process and opportunity tracking and management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience to prepare POV's and other Client facing assets
• Familiar with latest trends in Cloud and their relevance / use in healthcare
• Broad understanding of Cloud based security solutions and familiar with healthcare specific regulatory specifications like HIPPA, PHI, PII

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $134,600 - $230,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.