System Architect - Hybrid- PA

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

A FOX Claims Architect is a strategic resource for UnitedHealth Group. This individual could be involved across many aspects of architecture, design, build, engineering and implementation of technical solutions and capabilities providing technical leadership. Responsible for communicating overall architecture vision, technical strategies, and trade-offs across various levels in the organization to gain buy-in. Will provide recommendations and technical guidance to improve performance, reliability, and reusability within the constraints of budget, resource and business dependencies. In base and mid-level roles, engages across teams in a capacity that ranges from assisting on in-flight initiatives, up to technical briefings and demonstrations of new technologies across the organization. In senior level roles, leads business solutions, capabilities, and is a strong influencer that engages with client executives and stakeholders.

This position will be a hybrid role (office in PA) and will require up to 25% of travel within the PA market.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Architect and design complex Java applications using the Spring Framework, ensuring adherence to industry best practices for scalability, performance, and maintainability
• Lead modernization initiatives for legacy systems, balancing innovation with financial constraints and team capabilities
• Deliver solutions that operate seamlessly across hybrid environments-both on-premises and public cloud (preferably Microsoft Azure)
• Mentor and guide development teams to align with architectural standards and accelerate their understanding of proposed designs
• Drive the adoption of microservices architecture, including event-driven patterns, and document designs for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Continuously evaluate and integrate modern tools and technologies to enhance application quality and delivery speed
• Facilitate consensus-building among diverse stakeholders to ensure alignment on architectural decisions and implementation strategies
• Build strong relationships across teams, including but not limited to Product Management, Support Teams (Testing, Database, Infrastructure, etc.), and Operations, to ensure cohesive delivery and support of solutions
• Reviews the work of others
• Develops innovative approaches
• Sought out as expert
• Serves as a leader / mentor
• 25% of travel to meeting in office at Fort Washington PA office

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 :

Preferred Qualifications :

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 $110,200 to $188,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.