Principal Cloud Engineer - Telecommute

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: New York
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best work.(sm) Get in on building the next generation analytics infrastructure platform and services in the cloud that will support a range of future data and analytic driven products. 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. You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Build infrastructure as code automation code in the public cloud Design, implement, configure, and maintain Azure SaaS Cloud Services Resolve issues and provide technical assistance on the Azure cloud-hosted environment Create and maintain Cloud security strategies, policies, procedures, and documentation Optimize Azure buildouts for cost and performance Identify opportunities for improvement, optimize performance and scalability of existing solutions Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code using Terraform Promote a DevOps culture to deliver high quality applications and infrastructure Actively mentor team members and customers through code reviews, design reviews and overview sessions Curiosity and a desire to continuously learn new technologies and patterns Demonstrate solid analytical and critical thinking aptitude with problem-solving skills Build rapport with clients with superior executive presence enabled with solid written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills Perform day to day operations and maintenance of Azure based systems, including but not limited to backup, recovery and resolve complex technical problems Maximize automation and reduce manual involvement, Monitors and analyzes systems performance and takes corrective actions, documents processes and create SOPs Improve our cloud environment by integrating new technology, optimizing the current environment, and enhancing security 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: 4-year degree - (in STEM area a plus) 3+ years of experience implementing CI/CD pipelines with automated infrastructure, deployment, testing, security scans and more (GitHub, Terraform, Jenkins, etc.) 2+ years of administering services and deploying resources in a public cloud (Azure a plus) Proficient with a scripting languages (Bash, Terraform, etc) Solid understanding on Azure AD, Network Protection, Application Protection, Threat detection, etc Experience with monitoring tools Experience with IT compliance and risk management (security, privacy, J SOX, HIPAA, etc.) To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm) *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado/Connecticut/Nevada residents is $94,500 to $171,700. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives - -Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. - - - - - UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. - - - Job Keywords: azure, SaaS, Cloud, Terraform, DevOps, STEM, CI/CD Jenkins, GitHub, Bash, scripting, IT, Information Technology, Healthcare, Compliance, Risk Management, telecommute, telecommuter, remote, work from home, wfh, #DICE

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