The Role
Designs and maintains automated test frameworks using Python, ROBOT Framework, and Selenium. Integrates testing into CI/CD pipelines, validates databases and APIs, executes cross-platform tests in cloud environments, analyzes defects, and improves test coverage. The role collaborates with product teams, mentors junior QA engineers, and applies AI tools, prompt engineering, and modern cloud and DevOps practices to enhance testing and development quality.
Summary Generated by Built In
Requisition Number: 2383356
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:
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:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated test suites using Python and ROBOT Framework
- Implement and maintain Selenium-based UI automation for web applications
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar
- Execute tests on cloud platforms such as Sauce Labs for cross-browser and cross-platform validation
- Perform database validation and testing using SQL and other tools
- Analyze test results, identify root causes, and report defects with detailed documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality product releases
- Continuously enhance automation frameworks and test coverage
- Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to automation best practices
- Comply with all applicable Company policies, procedures, and business directives, changes including those relating to work location, team assignments, work schedules, and flexible work arrangements
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in test automation
- Hands-on experience with ROBOT Framework and Selenium
- Experience with Sauce Labs or similar cloud-based test execution platforms
- Experience with REST API testing and tools like Postman or REST-assured
- Experience in US healthcare
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and modern DevOps practices
- Experience building or integrating AI solutions, such as:
- Automating workflows using AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Hugging Face, Azure AI)
- Embedding AI into applications (e.g., chatbots, recommendation systems)
- Leveraging AI for data analysis, testing, or code generation
- Solid programming skills in Python
- Solid understanding of SQL and experience with database testing
- Familiarity with version control systems like Git
- Knowledge of CI/CD tools and processes
- Knowledge of vector databases, embeddings, or RAG-based systems
- Working knowledge of various tools such as ALM, Rally etc.
- Understand and apply AI concepts relevant to their domain
- Use AI-powered tools such as GitHub Copilot, M365 Copilot, or similar to enhance productivity and code quality
- Familiarity with prompt engineering and using LLMs for development tasks
- Demonstrate prompt engineering skills, including crafting effective prompts for AI tools
- Proven solid analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven excellent communication and collaboration abilities
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
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in test automation
- Hands-on experience with ROBOT Framework and Selenium
- Experience with Sauce Labs or similar cloud-based test execution platforms
- Experience with REST API testing and tools such as Postman or REST-assured
- Experience in US healthcare
- Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP and modern DevOps practices
- Experience building or integrating AI solutions, including AI APIs, embedded AI applications, or AI for data analysis, testing, or code generation
- Solid programming skills in Python
- Solid understanding of SQL and database testing
- Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
- Knowledge of CI/CD tools and processes
- Knowledge of vector databases, embeddings, or RAG-based systems
- Working knowledge of ALM, Rally, or similar tools
- Understanding of AI concepts relevant to the domain
- Experience using AI-powered tools such as GitHub Copilot or M365 Copilot
- Familiarity with prompt engineering and using LLMs for development tasks
- Demonstrated prompt engineering skills for AI tools
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is generally described as decent or good, and many note it as a strong part of the package. Actual ability to take time off can depend on workload and team coverage.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include a 401(k) with employer match and access to an employee stock purchase plan, which are highlighted as meaningful components of total rewards. These programs are consistently referenced among core benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and caregiver leave, along with adoption assistance, are publicly highlighted and viewed as notable elements of the package. Availability can be role-specific, but these supports contribute to overall breadth where offered.
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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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