Lead Architect, MDM (Master Data Management)- OI Government State Solutions

Requisition number: 2399814

Job category: Business & Data Analytics

Primary location: Illinois

Date posted: 11/05/2026

Overtime status: Exempt

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

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Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum is seeking an experienced Master Data Management (MDM) Technical Lead Architect to provide technical leadership and hands-on delivery for Master Data Management services supporting the Health and Human Services Innovation Incubator (HHSi2) project led by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS). This role will focus on Informatica MDM, Informatica PowerCenter, data integration, data quality, data governance, and analysis capabilities that support a unified cross-agency client/member view across State programs, as well as individual statewide MDM use cases.

The selected candidate will lead MDM technical delivery, guide MDM/ETL specialists and developers, support Informatica workflows and data loads, develop and optimize SQL and Python-enabled automation where appropriate, troubleshoot production issues, support QA/testing, and help maintain reliable MDM operations.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely \* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

MDM Services Summary

Partner with the MDM Statewide initiative supporting and combining different agency data sources

Integrate State agency data to create a holistic view of the clients that the State serves and to administer all State agency programs more effectively and efficiently

Provide advanced analytics, data quality analysis, business/data analysis, and MDM data specialists in support of the Illinois Health and Human Services Incubator (HHSi2) project

Partner with the State to develop custom dashboards using data as part of the HHSi2 project

Provide technical expertise using Informatica MDM and related integration tools to support MDM data processing, data quality, and downstream system(s) needs

Support data quality strategy while allowing for data quality analysis and other data governance activities.

Maintain data quality by using timely and consistent processes and evaluating data quality with the State

Leverage established data governance practices and work with State staff and other vendors/partners to improve and validate data consistency and integrity

Provide a structure to support business and data analysis using industry standard practices.

Data analysis to support policy development and program evaluation

Identify opportunities/use-cases that help translate data analysis into cost savings and improved outcomes in programs and service areas

Primary Responsibilities:

Own MDM technical solution delivery, including review of technical documentation to design MDM solutions that meet business needs

Design MDM solution with security by design and privacy by design and align with the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) guidelines

Provide leadership and coordinate or lead work for Informatica Master Data Management and related MDM ETL delivery activities

Use Informatica MDM tool to combine source data from agency sources, applying numerous transformations to the data that are required, applying corrections to the source files, and adding new fields via the change request process

Provide project direction and assign work to MDM ETL Specialists

Ability to provide expertise and guidance with MDM and the Informatica MDM tool

Automate the staging of data by scheduling scripts to run at optimal times, enhancing overall system performance and efficiency

Implement MDM jobs by creating mappings, mapplets, sessions, and workflows

Work with different ETL transformations, including Aggregator, Expression, Filter, Router, Sequence Generator, Update Strategy, Joiner, Rank and Source Qualifier, Lookup, and Sorter

Schedule and monitoring ETL/Informatica jobs in development, system testing, and production environment

Document workflows and technical specifications

Develop proactive processes for monitoring capacity and performance tuning

Support and advise the development teams on technical issues

Troubleshoot production support issues post-release deployment and produce solutions

Troubleshoot server or software issues in coordination with State IT department

Develop, maintain, and analyze complex SQL queries and scripts used to create data marts in Teradata

Work directly with the Quality Assurance and business team to support validation, defect resolution, and testing of MDM-related data processes

Participate in project discussions to document and recommend alternative technical solutions or requirements

Participate in unit, integration, and system testing

Maintain effective communication and relationships with all individuals involved with the project

Learn new technologies as needed to be able to perform job duties effectively

Provide status updates and meet deliverables to Optum's leadership and the State Project Managers

Use other software tools such as Python as necessary to enhance MDM and data integration

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:

8+ years of experience in MDM, ETL, data integration, enterprise data platforms

5+ years of hands-on with MDM experience on any platform

5+ years Python programming for scripting, automation, testing, or data processing support

Solid experience developing ETL mappings, mapplets, sessions, workflows, transformations, scheduling, monitoring, and troubleshooting Informatica jobs

Solid SQL experience, with large MDM and DBMS enterprise relational platforms

Experience with data quality, matching, unique client/member identifier, standardization, reconciliation, and data governance concepts

Experience supporting ETL/MDM operations, performance tuning, issue resolution, and SDLC delivery

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in other MDM tools including Cloud-native MDM solutions

Experience developing software or workflows in Python or other open-source tools

Experience working in State Government, public sector, or regulated environments

Experience with Agile/Scrum Sprint development and iterative/incremental delivery

Experience with healthcare, Medicaid, claims, eligibility, provider, or Health and Human Services data

Experience with on-prem-to-cloud migration, MDM modernization, or EDW / ETL modernization initiatives

Proven exposure to interoperability formats such as X12, EDI, XML, JSON, APIs, or HL7/FHIR

Proven exposure to cloud data platforms or modernization initiatives such as Azure, ADF, Databricks, Snowflake, Data Lake, or comparable technologies is a plus

Proven exposure to automation, AI/ML, GenAI, or LLM-assisted engineering for development, testing, documentation, profiling, or data quality

Proven ability to operate in a telecommute environment and matrix organization with minimal direction

Location & Work Model

Work Arrangement: 100% telecommute

Resource must be within the continental U.S. in alignment with project requirements

Central U.S. / Illinois / Midwest location

Occasional travel may be required for client or project needs

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

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment.

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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