Sr I O Engineer

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As part of our OptumRx Architecture team, you will play a significant part in supporting the IBMi infrastructure for RxClaims. This position will be one of several team members responsible for providing direction and solving technical problems for RxClaim running on IBMi. This position will provide input to the Director of Architecture and assist in developing long range Architectural plans supporting RxClaim running on IBMi.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the IBMi infrastructure for RxClaims
• Solve technical problems for RxClaim running on IBMi
• Provide input and assist in developing long range Architectural plans
• Evaluate and implement new ISV products in a multi-lpar environment
• Direct "Evergreen" projects to ensure LPAR currency
• Partition sizing and frame assignments in collaboration with the Performance and Hardware Teams
• Manage the assignment and configuration of IP's on the lpars
• Manage/maintain the frame and partition naming convention
• Manage and support the execution of the LPM process
• Contribute to major project works including projects such as DB2 Mirror; OS Upgrades
• Manage small hardware lifecycle projects, tracking tasks and assignment of work.
• Provide guidance to application development on:
  • New lpar sizing and lpar placement
  • Usage of flash copy partitions for full system testing
• Provide knowledge transfer to iCOE members in the following areas:
  • Base partition configuration (set system name, IPs, couple software configs, etc)
  • SMTP configuration
  • IP cleanup on existing partitions after a partition decommission
  • Resource tracking
  • IP assignment/firewall/NAT/GTM/LTM

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:

• 15+ years of experience with IBMi Servers
• 10+ years of experience in design and architecture solutions
• Experience with mentoring team members

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of IBMs support processes and structure
• Familiarity with replication using hardware and software replication technologies
• Knowledge of IBM DB2Mirror
• Working knowledge of utilization of IBMi Exit Point programs
• Knowledge of NPIV configurations
• Knowledge of SEA adapter configuration for automated failover
• Familiarity with LPAR migration across organizations / data centers
• Knowledge of VIOS configuration to support virtual storage and ethernet
• Knowledge of IBMi security constructs
• Experience building IBMi lpars from scratch
• Knowledge of IBMi backup and recovery processes
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

The salary range for this role is $89,800 to $176,700 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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.