HCA Healthcare · 5 hours ago
Principal Architect - Patient Portal
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expHCA Healthcare is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, and they are seeking a Principal Architect for their Digital Patient Experience organization. The role involves defining the architectural vision for patient-facing digital solutions and providing strategic technical direction to enhance healthcare interactions and satisfaction.
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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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science or related field
7 or more years of experience in Software Development
Proven experience as a Software Architect or similar role with a track record of delivering complex solutions
Proficient in applying software design patterns and development methodologies
Proficient in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and technologies
Experienced with data lakes, relational and NoSQL databases
Familiar with cloud platforms including Azure, GCP, and AWS
Experienced in building scalable systems using microservices and containers
Proficient in secure design principles and security architecture
Experienced in strategic planning and technology roadmap development
Proficient in visual collaboration and design tools (e.g., FigJam, Visio)
Experienced in using LLMs (e.g., Claude Sonnet, Copilot) for AI-driven design & development
Preferred
3 or more years of experience in Solution/Software Architecture
Cloud Architecture Certifications (Azure/GCP/AWS)
Familiar with healthcare, privacy, and security regulations (e.g., HIPAA)
Familiar with healthcare interoperability standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR)
Experienced in developing patient-facing platforms including portals and telehealth
Experienced with Sitecore or other content management systems
Proficient in modern frontend frameworks and headless architecture
Benefits
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.
Company
HCA Healthcare
HCA Healthcare provides medical education and healthcare services in locally managed facilities. It is a sub-organization of North Florida Endoscopy Center.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.51B2025-10-31Post Ipo Debt· $3.25B
2025-02-24Post Ipo Debt· $5.25B
2014-06-25Post Ipo Debt· $3.2M
Leadership Team
Nicholas Manning
Chief Executive Officer
Nick Lane
Regional Vice President Human Resources
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