ALTA IT Services
IT SOLUTION ARCHITECT - HEALTHCARE IT FHIR UM
ALTA IT Services, Columbia, Maryland, United States, 21044
SENIOR SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT – HEALTHCARE IT FOCUS (FHIR/UM)
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience. DIRECT HIRE This is a remote position with infrequent office and/or customer visits, in Columbia MD SALARY RANGE: $140,000 to $160,000 annually plus benefits.
ALTA IT Services has a direct hire opening for a Senior Software Solutions Architect with more than 10 years of experience to lead the design and implementation of comprehensive software solutions across multiple projects. The role will support a leading healthcare IT company based in Columbia, MD The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in solution architecture, a strategic vision for software system design, and can work across various domains, especially healthcare. While healthcare experience is not mandatory, familiarity with FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) and UM (Utilization Management) is very strongly preferred. This role requires a hands-on, versatile architect who can translate complex business needs into scalable, secure, and effective software solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product, QA, security, and business units, to align software design with both business and compliance requirements. This is a remote position with infrequent office and/or customer visits in Columbia, MD Key Responsibilities
Software Solution Design & Architecture Design and lead scalable software solutions, emphasizing interoperability, maintainability, and security, with an understanding of healthcare industry standards as applicable. Conduct architectural assessments to guide best practices, performance optimization, and secure software delivery. Translate business and regulatory requirements into technical software solutions that support both current and future needs.
Project Collaboration & Cross-Functional Leadership Lead solution design across multiple projects simultaneously, providing balanced architectural insights that consider security, functionality, and adaptability. Collaborate with healthcare-focused project teams and product managers, applying domain knowledge to enhance solution relevance and compliance. Mentor and guide junior architects and developers, ensuring alignment with best practices and consistent architectural standards.
Healthcare Technology Familiarity (Preferred) Familiarity with FHIR and UM, with the ability to integrate healthcare standards when required. Work with subject matter experts to bridge healthcare knowledge gaps, designing solutions aligned with healthcare regulatory frameworks and interoperability standards.
Security & Compliance Proactively address architectural vulnerabilities, implementing security best practices for software architecture and design. Ensure that solutions meet applicable regulatory and compliance standards, particularly in healthcare, by collaborating with security and compliance teams.
Continuous Improvement & Thought Leadership Stay updated with advancements in software development, architectural patterns, and healthcare technology standards. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software performance, reliability, and team efficiency.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in software solution architecture, with a track record of designing and delivering complex systems. Strong expertise in software development frameworks across front-end and back-end technologies, with a focus on scalable, secure, and maintainable design patterns. Familiarity with healthcare technology standards (FHIR, UM) and regulatory frameworks is advantageous but not mandatory. Excellent analytical skills and a solutions-oriented mindset. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex architectural ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be eligible for direct hire without sponsorship.
SALARY RANGE: $140,000 to $160,000 annually plus benefits.
For consideration, please send an updated resume and salary expectations to Melissa McNally via mmcnally@altaits.com.
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Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience. DIRECT HIRE This is a remote position with infrequent office and/or customer visits, in Columbia MD SALARY RANGE: $140,000 to $160,000 annually plus benefits.
ALTA IT Services has a direct hire opening for a Senior Software Solutions Architect with more than 10 years of experience to lead the design and implementation of comprehensive software solutions across multiple projects. The role will support a leading healthcare IT company based in Columbia, MD The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in solution architecture, a strategic vision for software system design, and can work across various domains, especially healthcare. While healthcare experience is not mandatory, familiarity with FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) and UM (Utilization Management) is very strongly preferred. This role requires a hands-on, versatile architect who can translate complex business needs into scalable, secure, and effective software solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product, QA, security, and business units, to align software design with both business and compliance requirements. This is a remote position with infrequent office and/or customer visits in Columbia, MD Key Responsibilities
Software Solution Design & Architecture Design and lead scalable software solutions, emphasizing interoperability, maintainability, and security, with an understanding of healthcare industry standards as applicable. Conduct architectural assessments to guide best practices, performance optimization, and secure software delivery. Translate business and regulatory requirements into technical software solutions that support both current and future needs.
Project Collaboration & Cross-Functional Leadership Lead solution design across multiple projects simultaneously, providing balanced architectural insights that consider security, functionality, and adaptability. Collaborate with healthcare-focused project teams and product managers, applying domain knowledge to enhance solution relevance and compliance. Mentor and guide junior architects and developers, ensuring alignment with best practices and consistent architectural standards.
Healthcare Technology Familiarity (Preferred) Familiarity with FHIR and UM, with the ability to integrate healthcare standards when required. Work with subject matter experts to bridge healthcare knowledge gaps, designing solutions aligned with healthcare regulatory frameworks and interoperability standards.
Security & Compliance Proactively address architectural vulnerabilities, implementing security best practices for software architecture and design. Ensure that solutions meet applicable regulatory and compliance standards, particularly in healthcare, by collaborating with security and compliance teams.
Continuous Improvement & Thought Leadership Stay updated with advancements in software development, architectural patterns, and healthcare technology standards. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software performance, reliability, and team efficiency.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in software solution architecture, with a track record of designing and delivering complex systems. Strong expertise in software development frameworks across front-end and back-end technologies, with a focus on scalable, secure, and maintainable design patterns. Familiarity with healthcare technology standards (FHIR, UM) and regulatory frameworks is advantageous but not mandatory. Excellent analytical skills and a solutions-oriented mindset. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex architectural ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be eligible for direct hire without sponsorship.
SALARY RANGE: $140,000 to $160,000 annually plus benefits.
For consideration, please send an updated resume and salary expectations to Melissa McNally via mmcnally@altaits.com.
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