The Role
Manages software engineering teams and develops complex Java and React applications. Defines requirements, creates technical designs, leads architectural and design discussions, implements microservices and RESTful services, and supports application delivery. Coordinates reviews, production readiness, timelines, documentation, and collaboration with business users, product owners, IT teams, and customers. Mentors technical talent and ensures assigned work is delivered effectively.
Summary Generated by Built In
Requisition Number: 2379964
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.
Primary Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
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.
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.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Works with less structured, more complex issues and Serves as a resource to others
- Be able to interact with business users, I/T and customers to define application requirements
- Able to manage teams of motivated individuals and bring up talent in team both technically and functionally
- Involve in critical and complex technical and architectural discussions
- Prepare detail design for the Solution by discussing with PO and business. Consult with Business, Subject Master Expert, users to evaluate business requirements, evaluate existing or proposed systems, and prepare detailed technical design document from which programs will be written
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage work to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment
- Participation in Design reviews, Test Case reviews, and Production Support readiness reviews for new releases
- Application Delivery Process, Consulting, Effectiveness Measurement, Industry Knowledge, IT Industry: Trends & Directions, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Planning: Tactical, Strategic, Problem Solving
- Document low to highly complex functional designs and data structures, to support business and operational requirement
- Ensuring timely deliveries for all assigned tasks
- Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so
Required Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
- Experience or knowledge in DevOps: Docker, Jenkins
- Experience or knowledge in Frontend: Skyline React/Angular, JSP
- Experience or knowledge in Database: Oracle, SQL, DB2
- Experience or knowledge in Cloud: Open Shift, Azure
- Solid knowledge JAVA, J2EE, Spring MVC, Spring Boot, Hibernate, RESTFul Web services, JPA, Micro Services
- Knowledge on any Application servers like JBOSS or WebSphere
- Worked in microservices environment and should be fully aware of reference architectures and design patterns required for a complex implementation. Expertise implementing microservices, RESTful Web Services, Git version control
- Proven solid problem solving, analytical kills, Good communication and presentation skills, Good attitude and self-motivated.
- Proven excellence in technical communication with peers and non-technical colleagues
- Proven excellent programming skills with Java and related frameworks like Spring Boot, Hibernate etc
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience or knowledge in GraphQL, MongoDB, AI/ML
- Knowledge on AS400
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.
Skills Required
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
- Experience or knowledge with DevOps tools including Docker and Jenkins
- Experience or knowledge with React or Angular and JSP
- Experience or knowledge with Oracle, SQL, or DB2 databases
- Experience or knowledge with OpenShift or Azure
- Solid knowledge of Java, J2EE, Spring MVC, Spring Boot, Hibernate, RESTful Web Services, JPA, and microservices
- Knowledge of application servers such as JBoss or WebSphere
- Experience implementing microservices and RESTful Web Services, with Git version control
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and presentation skills
- Excellent technical communication with technical and non-technical colleagues
- Excellent programming skills with Java and related frameworks
- Experience or knowledge with GraphQL, MongoDB, or AI/ML
- Knowledge of AS400
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Official materials highlight copay and HSA medical plan choices with in‑network preventive care at 100%, prescription coverage, and low/no‑cost virtual visits, plus company HSA contributions. Dental preventive services are 100% in network, and mental health resources include an EAP and premium Calm access.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs include six weeks paid parental leave, up to two weeks paid caregiver leave, and Bright Horizons back‑up care with enhanced family supports. Adoption assistance up to $10,000 for full‑time employees reinforces family‑oriented benefits.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Financial benefits include an Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 10% discount, expanding access to equity ownership.
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The Company
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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Optum Offices
Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Optum has three workplace models that balance the needs of the business and the responsibilities of each role. These models, core on‑site (5 days/week), hybrid (4 days/week) and telecommute or fully remote, vary by country, role and location.
Typical time on-site:
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