Solutions architect - information technology (IT)

Department Name: Rev Cycle Analytics-Corp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Information Technology Find your path in health care. We want to change the lives of those in our care – and the people who choose to take on this challenge. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. As a Solution Architect , you will oversee the health, performance, and scalability of the organization's end-to-end data ecosystem, ensuring seamless operation across all layers of the data architecture. This role is responsible for monitoring the overall architecture, data quality, and data pipelines from the Silver layer through semantic models and reporting layers, proactively identifying and resolving data breaks and performance issues within an AWS environment. You will collaborate with engineering and business teams to design, build, and optimize enterprise data solutions, providing architectural guidance throughout the full development lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience supporting end-to-end data platform implementations, strong knowledge of cloud-based architecture and AWS services, experience working in Agile environments utilizing Jira, and relevant AWS certifications. This position requires a strategic thinker who can balance architectural best practices with operational excellence to deliver reliable, high-performing data solutions that support business objectives. This is a remote opportunity, Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM ARIZONA MST. This can be a remote position if you live in the following state(s) only: AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NY, NM, NV, OH, OK, OR PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY. Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care. POSITION SUMMARY This position supports Banner Health’s mission by assisting in the design, documentation, and implementation of technology solutions that meet business needs while adhering to organizational standards, security requirements, and healthcare compliance mandates. This role works under the guidance of senior architects to design cloud, AI-enabled, and on-premises solutions that enhance clinical care, operational efficiency, and patient engagement.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Collaborate with architects, project teams, and stakeholders to document current-state and future-state architectures at varying levels (Conceptual, Logical, Physical).
2. Assist in evaluating vendor solutions for adherence with Banner Health’s architectural and cybersecurity standards.
3. Participate in the design of AI-powered healthcare applications (e.g. predictive analytics, NLP-driven clinical documentation, triage chatbots, business operations automation, etc.) with AWS, Azure, or other Cloud Service Providers as needed.
4. Support integration projects involving healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR) to enable interoperability between clinical systems, data systems, and analytics platforms.
5. Help develop and mature architectural artifacts such as archetypes, reference architectures, and policy updates.
6. Work with stakeholders and appropriate teams to ensure solutions meet standards such as HIPAA, HITECH, and PCI DSS.
7. Participate in cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
8. Analyze business and IT environments to detect critical deficiencies and/or redundancies and recommend solutions for improvement.
9. Develop and maintain functional technology standards for enterprise consumption. Create solution patterns in focused technology domains. Serve as a credible expert advisor to peers and leadership on the appropriateness of current and future technologies based on value to the business.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day. NOTE: The core functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

DIRECTLY REPORTING

N/A

MATRIX OR INDIRECT REPORTING

None

TYPE OF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

Banner Health Leadership will strive to uphold the mission, values, and purpose of the organization. They will serve as role models for staff and act in a people-centered, service excellence-focused, and results-oriented manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

OE - Typical Office Environment: (Accountant, Administrative Assistant, Consultant, Program Manager) Requires extensive sitting with periodic standing and walking. May be required to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment. Needs adequate visual acuity, ability to grasp and handle objects. Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone. May require off-site travel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience. Must have 5+ years of experience in development, infrastructure, or systems analysis, 3+ years of engineering or architecture experience and 2+ years of experience developing or delivering solutions for cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, and/or GCP. Must obtain AWS or Azure Architect certification and Security+ certification within one year of hire. Must have a basic understanding of healthcare compliance and security frameworks. Knowledge of data integration concepts and APIs is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of experience in healthcare of a regulated industry 7+ years of experience in development, infrastructure, or systems analysis 2+ years of experience designing solutions utilizing AI components Familiarity with HL7, FHIR, and other healthcare integration protocols and standards Architecture Certifications, including AWS Architect, Azure Architect, TOGAF, Security+, CISSP, or other related cloud, AI, or cybersecurity related certification Additional related education and/or experience preferred. Estimated Pay Range: $51.13 - $85.21 / hour Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained. EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy