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Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a Principal Architect you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Healthcare which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Healthcare offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

+ Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

+ Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

+ Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

+ 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

+ Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

+ Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

+ Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

+ Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

+ Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

+ Colleague recognition program

+ Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

+ Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Principal Architect where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

HCA Healthcare’s Digital Patient Experience (DPx) organization is seeking a principal architect. This architect will be responsible for technical vision, planning, analyzing high-level requirements, defining tech stack inclusive of software, hardware, security, reliability, and scalability aspects for products in the DPx space.

The DPx organization brings to life our patient facing digital products, including hospital and physician websites, registration and scheduling, kiosks, the MyHealthONE patient portal, and more.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Define the architectural vision for patient-facing digital solutions that enhance healthcare interactions and satisfaction.

Guide the development of system architecture and integration strategies that support scalability, performance, and security.

Oversee the creation of design specifications and ensure alignment with enterprise technology standards.

Provide strategic technical direction and mentorship to development teams across the software lifecycle.

Champion best practices in architecture, design, and development across cross-functional teams.

Ensure architectural compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations by embedding security requirements into solution designs.

Advise on security frameworks, access controls, and data protection strategies to safeguard patient information.

Partner with stakeholders to translate business needs into architectural requirements and solution strategies.

Lead the design and execution of proof-of-concept and proof-of-technology efforts to validate architectural decisions using real-world digital patient experience scenarios.

Proactively engage with enterprise teams to anticipate upstream changes, represent the team’s interests, and translate cross-functional technical requirements into actionable guidance.

Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative architectural approaches to improve patient experience and outcomes.

What qualifications you will need:

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or related field - Required

EXPERIENCE

7 or more years of experience in Software Development - Required

3 or years of experience in Solution/Software Architecture - Preferred

Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience – Could be considered

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Cloud Architecture Certifications (Azure/GCP/AWS) - Preferred

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Proven experience as a Software Architect or similar role with a track record of delivering complex solutions - Required

Proficient in applying software design patterns and development methodologies - Required

Proficient in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and technologies - Required

Experienced with data lakes, relational and NoSQL databases - Required

Familiar with cloud platforms including Azure, GCP, and AWS - Required

Experienced in building scalable systems using microservices and containers - Required

Proficient in secure design principles and security architecture - Required

Experienced in strategic planning and technology roadmap development - Required

Proficient in visual collaboration and design tools (e.g., FigJam, Visio.) - Required

Experienced in using LLMs (e.g., Claude Sonnet, Copilot) for AI-driven design & development - Required

Familiar with healthcare, privacy, and security regulations (e.g., HIPAA) - Preferred

Familiar with healthcare interoperability standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR) - Preferred

Experienced in developing patient-facing platforms including portals and telehealth - Preferred

Experienced with Sitecore or other content management systems - Preferred

Proficient in modern frontend frameworks and headless architecture - Preferred

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Delivers exceptional care with a commitment to service excellence.

Builds trust and fosters a culture of integrity, inclusion, and respect.

Makes timely, informed decisions that reflect organizational priorities.

Develops strong collaborative relationships to support patient care and growth.

Leads teams effectively and mentors others to build capability and engagement.

Communicates clearly and persuasively to achieve desired outcomes.

Embraces change and drives innovation by removing barriers and enabling progress.

Holds self and others accountable for delivering results and financial performance.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Principal Architect opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. **Unlock the possibilities and apply today!**

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.