End-User Computing Engineer (John Muir) - Remote in Walnut Creek, CA

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and... career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together

If you are located in Walnut Creek, CA, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities: • Design, implement, and manage VMware Horizon View VDI environments • Administer VDI pools and address VDI-related issues promptly in support of end-users • Monitor VDI infrastructure performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure optimal system performance • Manage Wyse and Teradici thin clients including firmware updates • Collaborate with stakeholders to deploy virtual desktops and apps • Perform system updates, patches, and upgrades on a regular basis • Develop and implement VDI best practices and security protocols • Create and maintain documentation for VDI configurations, policies, and procedures • Participate in capacity planning and scalability assessments to accommodate growing business needs • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies related to VDI and virtualization

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications: • 3 years of experience in VMware VDI administration • Proficiency in VMware Horizon View and related VDI technologies • Proven solid understanding of virtualization concepts and best practices • Experience with Windows operating systems and Active Directory • Proven excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills • Demonstrated effective communication and teamwork abilities • Ability to work onsite at (John Muir) Walnut Creek Medical Center, Walnut Creek, CA as needed

Preferred Qualifications: • VMware VCP-DTM (VMware Certified Professional - Desktop Management) certification • Proven knowledge of storage and networking solutions including SAN/NAS technologies • All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

California Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $70,200 to $137,800 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment

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