[Hiring] Systems Architect 2, MLOps Engineer @University of Miami

Role Description

The Systems Architect 2, MLOps Engineer is responsible for the independent design, development, and deployment of clinical applications and technologies. The architect defines system solutions based on user/client needs, cost, and required integration with existing applications, systems, or platforms. This employee also researches, identifies, selects, and tests technology products required for solution delivery. Establishes, implements, and documents technology integration or migration strategies. The employee must have the ability to proactively identify needs within the organization and, using expert technical and industry knowledge, design and build new solutions in support of organizational goals.

• Engineers new workflows or optimize existing business processes that supersede existing standards set in place internally or by vendors utilizing expert knowledge crossing multiple clinical applications and operational areas.
• Leads projects associated with application implementation and execution of high complexity and larger impact.
• Applies project management methodology and utilizes standard project management for software in development and maintenance of project plans.
• Functions as an independent project lead or provides oversight for project manager and/or business analyst on assigned projects.
• Performs proactive analysis on current systems and technology to recommend potential changes or enhancements.
• Identifies product and customization requirements to effectively address necessary product configuration.
• Serves as mentor to senior analysts and is proficient and/or certified in numerous applications.
• Holds a comprehensive working knowledge and understands healthcare operational processes and job functions.
• Possesses expert knowledge of third party partnerships, experience with managing vendor relationships, and contract negotiations.
• Provides support to the team in analyzing, resolving, and escalating complex integration problems.
• Implements projects that are ahead of industry/peer trends.
• Participates in new hire orientation by providing clinical application support.
• Collaborates with clinic leadership to develop or improve operational processes, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in all clinical operations meetings to assess user feedback and gather future requirements.
• Facilitates knowledge transfer of the technology-enabled user workflows and best practice use of applications.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
• Epic or Healthcare EMR – Certification preferred
• Minimum 8 years' experience in systems architecture, DevOps, or MLOps
• Experience with hybrid cloud/on-prem environments, Azure preferred
• Experience deploying and maintaining production workloads
• Major systems development and implementation experience
• Experience in healthcare or academic settings preferred
• Experience mentoring and leading data teams, system engineering teams, or software engineering teams preferred
• Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) or GPU-based workloads preferred
• Strong proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Strong proficiency with containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, ARM templates)
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
• Familiarity with ML lifecycle tools (e.g., MLflow, DVC, Airflow)
• Familiarity with data integration standards and protocols, particularly those used in healthcare, such as APIs, FHIR, HL7, and DICOM
• Understanding of responsible AI practices and model governance frameworks
• Understanding of data privacy, security, and compliance in regulated environments
• Demonstrated knowledge of change control and project management
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate ideas and problem solutions
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of research compliance preferred
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more

Company Description

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.