Architect - Healthcare IT Solutions / Remote at Altera Digital Health

California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a major in computer science, mathematics or MIS, or equivalent years of experience
7 years relevant project management experience; 2-3 years’ experience at a senior level within the healthcare industry
Strong knowledge and experience in all types of configurations (acute/core, ambulatory, reg/sched, pharmacy, financials, etc.)
Preference for Altera Sunrise (formerly Allscripts) domain knowledge, however other EMR configuration experience will be considered, i.e. Epic, Cerner, Meditech, etc
Demonstrable understanding of architecture principles and methods, healthcare technology, and standards
Highly motivated to create business value through the effective use of technology
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Willingness to travel as required for architect responsibilities - could be as much as 50-80%, depending on candidate location

Responsibilities

Assist development teams in the appropriate selection and use of technical frameworks, platforms and design patterns
Develop and implement solutions, and model architecture based on business requirements
Create specification and design for all application projects including ETL and BI, integration-related projects
Lead collective groups, identify requirements, analyze and document solution options and gain consensus on requirements and data models
Facilitate and lead joint design sessions with applications representatives to identify desired functionality for data models and database designs
Provide guidance on ways to standardize database development, design and reuse data integration flows
Own design of end-to-end solution and provide technical leadership for the associated solution validation tests
Own delivery of well-designed and engineered solutions that meets functional and technical requirements
Own and implement best practices for technical deliverables
Provide in-depth technical consulting and to support solution implementation to ensure that solution specifications are met
Advise on future solution enhancements
Serve as subject matter expert on all clinical and non-clinical systems projects, models and designs
Maintain a deep technical knowledge of ETL flows, BI and next generation app integration (SOA)
Lead and conduct proof-of-concept tests to solve complex integration issues
Support day to day technical control of development projects by assisting project management in planning technical aspects of projects
Provide regular updates on project status
Supporting and mentoring of individual junior developers
Perform detailed technical reviews to ensure design components are being correctly implemented

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ETLBIData ModelingDatabase DesignData IntegrationSolution ArchitectureDesign PatternsTechnical Frameworks

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position?

Yes, this is a remote role based in Canada.

What are the key responsibilities of this Architect role?

The role involves assisting development teams with technical frameworks, developing solutions based on business requirements, leading design sessions, owning end-to-end solution design, providing technical leadership, and mentoring junior developers.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree is required.

What is the team structure like for this role?

You’ll work alongside project managers, implementation consultants, solution architects, and other key resources, while also supporting and mentoring junior developers.

What makes a strong candidate for this Architect position?

Strong candidates should have deep technical knowledge in ETL flows, BI, app integration (SOA), experience leading design sessions and proof-of-concept tests, and the ability to provide technical leadership and mentorship.

Altera Digital Health

Cloud-based EMR solutions for healthcare providers

About Altera Digital Health

Altera Health provides technology solutions for hospitals and health networks in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on enhancing patient care and improving clinical workflows. Their main product is a cloud-based Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system that allows healthcare providers to digitally store, manage, and access patient information. This system is designed to be user-friendly, enabling clinicians to prioritize patient care over administrative tasks. Altera Health differentiates itself from competitors by offering a scalable and cost-effective SaaS model, which includes subscription fees for their EMR system and additional services like scanning and document management. The company's goal is to support healthcare providers in modernizing their operations and achieving better patient outcomes through improved information flow and operational efficiency.

Maipú, ChileHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Enterprise Software, HealthcareIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Generative AI adoption may increase competition, challenging Altera's market position.

Paymentus integration could expose Altera to financial technology risks.

Delays in Paragon Denali deployment may impact customer satisfaction.

Differentiation

Altera's cloud-based EMR system enhances patient care and streamlines clinical workflows.

Partnership with Microsoft Azure boosts Altera's cloud-native EHR capabilities for rural hospitals.

Altera's offensive cybersecurity approach proactively addresses vulnerabilities before exploitation.

Upsides

Generative AI collaboration with EPAM enhances efficiency and reduces operational costs.

Paragon Denali offers scalable, cost-effective solutions for smaller hospitals on Microsoft Azure.

Altera's Sunrise EHR ranked top inpatient EHR for community and acute rehabilitation hospitals.

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