Associate Software Engineer

Posted Yesterday
Cypress, CA, USA
In-Office
60K-107K Annually
Junior
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Healthtech • Information Technology • Machine Learning • Software • Analytics
The Role
Build and support in-house data de-identification solutions across legacy and cloud systems. Collaborate with developers, SMEs, product owners, and QA to deliver automated infrastructure in UAT. Use containerization, CI/CD, cloud platforms, and automation to streamline workflows, apply enterprise AI tools, and continuously improve processes.
Summary Generated by Built In
Requisition Number: 2351435
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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Location: This role is full-time onsite 5701 Katella Ave, Cypress, California.
Schedule: Standard working hours but must be willing to start early due to working with the offshore team.
You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Provide support to an ongoing effort of building in-house solutions for data-deidentification
  • Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation by streamlining workflows and automating repetitive tasks. Evaluate emerging trends to drive continuous improvement and strategic innovation
  • The candidate has to understand data flow and interaction between different applications running on legacy and cloud systems so that consistent data masking solutions can be delivered to the end users across all platforms
  • Collaborating with Developers, SME, Application/Product owners, QAs, and Tech. Leads to provide automated infrastructure services in UAT regions
  • Follow structured methodologies in fulfilling Service Requests and documenting deliverable related details
  • Ability to predict emerging customer needs and develop innovative solutions to meet them
  • Continuously look for ways to automate manual and repetitive work by implementing automated solutions through continuous process improvement

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • 1+ years of experience with programming languages such as Java, GoLang, or Python
  • 1+ years of experience developing applications using Spring Boot
  • 1+ years of experience working with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • 1+ years of experience in cloud environments including Azure, AWS, or GCP
  • 1+ years of experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar
  • 1+ years of experience working with SQL and distributed databases such as DB2 or Oracle
  • 1+ years of experience contributing to automation projects

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 1+ years experience with Java, GoLang, or Python
  • 1+ years developing applications using Spring Boot
  • 1+ years working with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • 1+ years experience in cloud environments including Azure, AWS, or GCP
  • 1+ years building and managing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar
  • 1+ years working with SQL and distributed databases such as DB2 or Oracle
  • 1+ years contributing to automation projects

What the Team is Saying

Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage offers copay and HSA medical options with dental, vision, company‑paid life and disability, and free or low‑cost virtual visits. Feedback suggests the offering is comprehensive and competitive on paper.
  • Parental & Family Support Time off and family supports include PTO, eight paid holidays plus a floating day, six weeks paid parental leave, up to two weeks paid caregiver leave, Bright Horizons back‑up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000. Feedback suggests these resources are meaningful for caregivers and family needs.
  • Retirement Support Savings programs include a 401(k) with employer match (after one year, vesting after two) and a 10%‑discount Employee Stock Purchase Plan. These programs bolster long‑term financial security when combined with other savings resources.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
160,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, 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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.

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