PHSO-PACC Sr. Solution Dev. Architect - Remote
Remote 138501 PHSO-PACC Sr. Solution Dev. Architect - Remote Filing Deadline: Mon 3/2/2026 Apply Now UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply. Reassignment Applicants : Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. Candidates hired into this position may have the ability to work remotely. This position has recently been accreted by UPTE HX union and will be a part of that union moving forward. DESCRIPTION The PHSO-PACC Sr. Solution Development Architect is responsible for the enterprise design, integration, governance, and optimization of Epic and related healthcare applications supporting the PHSO-PACC affiliate network. This role provides architectural leadership across internal and external Epic environments, ensuring scalable, secure, and interoperable solutions that align with clinical, operational, and executive strategy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end application architecture design, development, testing, and optimization across Epic and integrated systems. Design and oversee Epic module integration (Ambulatory, Revenue Cycle, Patient Engagement, etc.). Architect Epic-to-external integrations including APIs, HL7, FHIR, and other interoperability frameworks. Ensure data integrity, security, compliance, and infrastructure reliability. Create and maintain architecture documentation, integration standards, testing procedures, and technical guidelines. Develop prototypes, evaluate emerging technologies, and recommend best-use strategies for enterprise growth. Provide advanced technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex integration challenges. Mentor and develop a team of solution architects, QA specialists, and training professionals. Establish and maintain scalable architectural governance frameworks across affiliates. Chair or co-chair internal Epic Clinical Governance meetings to guide extensibility and standardization decisions. Lead Epic Patient Engagement governance forums (MyChart, Open Scheduling, Hello World, Digital Front Door initiatives). Facilitate external governance meetings with affiliate CMIOs, aCMOs, and operational leaders to review integration and build variance requests. Represent PHSO-PACC in Epic vendor discussions, roadmap alignment, and strategic planning sessions. Align architectural decisions with executive leadership priorities including CIO, CFO, and operational stakeholders. Support enterprise growth initiatives including new affiliate onboarding and large-scale Epic expansion projects. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Eleven (11) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus seven (7) years of related experience/training. Related experience: Healthcare IT application architecture and enterprise system design. Experience in Epic application architecture and integrated solution design and development. Expert knowledge of clinical applications operations, systems, and functions, including planning, design, development, implementation, user support and training, maintenance, quality assurance, and system testing and evaluation. Ability to apply expert-level problem-solving skills to issues of the most complex nature, to quickly diagnose problems, and to develop, test, and deploy appropriate and effective solutions in a timely manner. Expert proficiency in interpersonal communications to effectively train, support, and collaborate productively with clinical users, management, and key stakeholders at all professional and technical levels. Highly-developed skills and expertise in project management, with demonstrated ability to plan and lead teams, prioritize tasks, and direct projects successfully from inception to completion on task and on schedule. Highly skilled in written and verbal communications, to develop written specifications and curricula, and to convey comprehensive technical information and training to all levels of clinical users and staff in a specific, clear, and concise manner Demonstrated analytical skills and expertise in documentation and reporting, with the ability to develop and apply metrics, evaluate new systems and releases, plan and implement testing systems, collect and analyze performance data, and produce comprehensive reports and analysis for management use. Demonstrated ability to serve as an expert resource with broad industry knowledge, to lead teams and work effectively with key personnel and management, and to provide advice and counsel on optimal strategies and policies for improving quality, efficiency, and functionality of clinical information systems. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Epic certifications and/or proficiencies in EpicAmb, Mychart, Orders, Order Transmittal, ClinDoc, CareEverywhere or Bridges, Access and Security, and Referrals and Authorizations. Deep expertise in Epic EMR ecosystem, module integration, and interoperability frameworks. Strong knowledge of APIs, HL7, FHIR, and healthcare data exchange standards. Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional governance and architecture review boards. Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into executive-level strategy. Strong documentation, policy development, and technical writing skills. Deep experience with Epic EMR ecosystem and module integration, as well as integration with third party applications via API/HL7/FHIR interfaces. Deep knowledge in Epic data flow, interoperability frameworks and application infrastructure and security. Experience in healthcare IT environments and ambulatory and patient engagement workflows. Experience mentoring and developing high-performing technical teams. Strategic systems thinking and enterprise architecture leadership. Clinical workflow integration expertise. Stakeholder engagement and governance facilitation experience. Scalable solution design for multi-entity healthcare environments. Executive communication and influence experience. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). Apply Now If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable. UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team! Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached. To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Apply
