Manager, Advisory Services - Cloud Architect - Remote

ISHE; Eden Prairie, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum Insight, part of UnitedHealth Group, seeks a Cloud Architect to lead cloud strategy and enterprise architecture for modernization and migration projects. This role supports remote work across the U.S. with in-office requirements for Minneapolis or Washington, DC areas.

You will design, communicate, and govern cloud solutions across multiple client engagements. You will bring 15+ years in IT, experience in cloud modernization, and a track record in advisory roles with top firms or

Qualifications

• 15+ years in IT
• 12+ years in infrastructure or architecture
• 10+ years in digital transformation
• 7+ years in legacy and cloud modernization
• 5+ years in consulting with top firms or hyperscalers (Azure/AWS)
• 5+ years in data engineering, AI, or process improvement

Responsibilities

• Serve as Cloud SME on Cloud, EA, and related technologies
• Lead vision and manage high visibility projects
• Develop cloud modernization and data modernization strategies
• Architect solutions for cloud migration and new app development
• Prepare client-ready materials and lead strategy discussions
• Propose cloud deployment patterns using public/private/hybrid clouds
• Support cloud automation, monitoring, and optimization

Skills

Cloud strategy

Enterprise Architecture

Solution architecture

Client presentations

Cloud automation

Cloud monitoring

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 to start 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 $112,700 - $193,200 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 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.

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