UChicago Medicine
System Integration Architect
UChicago Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job DescriptionJoin one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic medical centers,
UChicago Medicine , as a
System Integration Architect
in our
IT Enterprise Architecture
department. This is a remote, work from home opportunity and you may be based outside of the greater Chicagoland area.The System Integration Architect is a key team member of the UChicago Medicine Enterprise Architecture team who is responsible for the planning, coordinating, designing, and leading API/service development and defining integration patterns. The primary focus of the integration architect is to ensure seamless data exchange between electronic health record (EHR) systems and other ancillary healthcare applications. The position is also responsible for effectively managing the IT architectural planning process, establishing development methodologies and standards, achieving performance targets, and implementing continuous improvement goals. Scope of responsibilities includes leading solution architecture design and implementation activities of a large area of functional processing (e.g., Lab systems) or leading a major processing architecture (e.g., online transaction processing) within a shared architecture capability. This role assists in the design, administration, analysis, evaluation, troubleshooting, and documenting of complex existing technology solutions and helps make decisions to maximize system availability.Essential Job FunctionsParticipate in IT Discovery process to perform initial technical assessment of each project, define high-level design, and provide an implementation roadmap.Partner with UCM IT leadership to ensure adherence with IT governance, standard processes, and architecture standards.Create conceptual architecture diagrams for all new initiatives that require IT support.Work with vendors and project managers to understand the technology needs for vended product/service.Identify technology solution(s) that fit our Enterprise Architecture principles, standards, and technology landscape while meeting project needs.Work with the Enterprise Architect to create tactical solutions and lay the roadmap for future architecture to meet needed SLAs and maintain the enterprise ecosystem map.Develop and present conceptual architectures to the Architecture Review Board for approval.Support project managers in creating technical work breakdown structures and technical task dependencies.Identify and document potential technology solutions to mitigate risks and/or solve technical issues for projects.Create and manage implementation architecture diagrams such as object modeling, sequence diagram, and data flows.Prepare roadmaps and phased approaches to accomplish a long-term plan.Participate and provide direction in project planning activities.Communicate and document architectural impacts and risks to the appropriate parties.Drive project architecture details with the architecture community via domain architecture reviews and architecture assurance boards.Lead technical consulting and troubleshooting throughout the project life cycle.Support and lead other architects by participating/coordinating in domain architecture reviews and architecture assurance boards.Drive project-related research and development.Coach and mentor others on general architectural patterns, standards, guidelines, and issues.Ensure teams conduct design, code inspections, and peer reviews.Identify and document architectural impacts to existing systems.Provide architectural direction and support for Operational Readiness activities.Engage support areas as needed (e.g., Infrastructure, DBA, Network, HL7 Messaging, etc.).Maintain architectural documentation between SDLC phases and as appropriate.Required QualificationsB.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.Ability to present ideas in a business-friendly and user-friendly manner.Experience in using MS Visio, MS Project, and MS Excel.Minimum 8+ years of experience in IT.5+ years in an architectural role.5+ years deploying integration solutions.At least 2 years’ experience in Healthcare IT.Detailed understanding of networking/distributed computing environment concepts.Independent problem-solver with strong attention to detail.Able to work in a team environment or independently.Excellent listening and organizational skills with emphasis on detail and follow-through.Able to organize and delegate tasks, coordinate projects, and advise others.Skilled in project management and work plan development and implementation.Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.Preferred QualificationsHigh skill with capacity planning and analysis.High level of understanding of long-range strategies, High Availability, and business continuity.Familiarity with disaster recovery strategies.Advanced knowledge in system analysis and design.Programming in one or more languages.Knowledge of RDBMS such as SQL server and Oracle.Conceptual and functional knowledge of HTTP, Web Services, Network & Firewall.General understanding of device integration and HL7 data format.Familiarity with Epic, Integration engines, and medical clinical engineering devices.Experience with Healthcare IT environment.Position DetailsJob Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE)Shift: DaysJob Location: RemoteUnit/Department: IT Enterprise ArchitectureCBA Code: Non-UnionWhy Join UsWe’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent, and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
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UChicago Medicine , as a
System Integration Architect
in our
IT Enterprise Architecture
department. This is a remote, work from home opportunity and you may be based outside of the greater Chicagoland area.The System Integration Architect is a key team member of the UChicago Medicine Enterprise Architecture team who is responsible for the planning, coordinating, designing, and leading API/service development and defining integration patterns. The primary focus of the integration architect is to ensure seamless data exchange between electronic health record (EHR) systems and other ancillary healthcare applications. The position is also responsible for effectively managing the IT architectural planning process, establishing development methodologies and standards, achieving performance targets, and implementing continuous improvement goals. Scope of responsibilities includes leading solution architecture design and implementation activities of a large area of functional processing (e.g., Lab systems) or leading a major processing architecture (e.g., online transaction processing) within a shared architecture capability. This role assists in the design, administration, analysis, evaluation, troubleshooting, and documenting of complex existing technology solutions and helps make decisions to maximize system availability.Essential Job FunctionsParticipate in IT Discovery process to perform initial technical assessment of each project, define high-level design, and provide an implementation roadmap.Partner with UCM IT leadership to ensure adherence with IT governance, standard processes, and architecture standards.Create conceptual architecture diagrams for all new initiatives that require IT support.Work with vendors and project managers to understand the technology needs for vended product/service.Identify technology solution(s) that fit our Enterprise Architecture principles, standards, and technology landscape while meeting project needs.Work with the Enterprise Architect to create tactical solutions and lay the roadmap for future architecture to meet needed SLAs and maintain the enterprise ecosystem map.Develop and present conceptual architectures to the Architecture Review Board for approval.Support project managers in creating technical work breakdown structures and technical task dependencies.Identify and document potential technology solutions to mitigate risks and/or solve technical issues for projects.Create and manage implementation architecture diagrams such as object modeling, sequence diagram, and data flows.Prepare roadmaps and phased approaches to accomplish a long-term plan.Participate and provide direction in project planning activities.Communicate and document architectural impacts and risks to the appropriate parties.Drive project architecture details with the architecture community via domain architecture reviews and architecture assurance boards.Lead technical consulting and troubleshooting throughout the project life cycle.Support and lead other architects by participating/coordinating in domain architecture reviews and architecture assurance boards.Drive project-related research and development.Coach and mentor others on general architectural patterns, standards, guidelines, and issues.Ensure teams conduct design, code inspections, and peer reviews.Identify and document architectural impacts to existing systems.Provide architectural direction and support for Operational Readiness activities.Engage support areas as needed (e.g., Infrastructure, DBA, Network, HL7 Messaging, etc.).Maintain architectural documentation between SDLC phases and as appropriate.Required QualificationsB.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.Ability to present ideas in a business-friendly and user-friendly manner.Experience in using MS Visio, MS Project, and MS Excel.Minimum 8+ years of experience in IT.5+ years in an architectural role.5+ years deploying integration solutions.At least 2 years’ experience in Healthcare IT.Detailed understanding of networking/distributed computing environment concepts.Independent problem-solver with strong attention to detail.Able to work in a team environment or independently.Excellent listening and organizational skills with emphasis on detail and follow-through.Able to organize and delegate tasks, coordinate projects, and advise others.Skilled in project management and work plan development and implementation.Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.Preferred QualificationsHigh skill with capacity planning and analysis.High level of understanding of long-range strategies, High Availability, and business continuity.Familiarity with disaster recovery strategies.Advanced knowledge in system analysis and design.Programming in one or more languages.Knowledge of RDBMS such as SQL server and Oracle.Conceptual and functional knowledge of HTTP, Web Services, Network & Firewall.General understanding of device integration and HL7 data format.Familiarity with Epic, Integration engines, and medical clinical engineering devices.Experience with Healthcare IT environment.Position DetailsJob Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE)Shift: DaysJob Location: RemoteUnit/Department: IT Enterprise ArchitectureCBA Code: Non-UnionWhy Join UsWe’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent, and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
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