The Role
Design, develop, and maintain scalable software using Java, Spring Boot, React and cloud platforms. Build CI/CD pipelines, containerized deployments, real-time streaming pipelines, and write ATDD test cases. Mentor junior engineers and translate business needs into AI-enabled solutions.
Summary Generated by Built In
Requisition Number: 2374487
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.
The Software Engineer will be responsible for supporting and mentoring junior engineers and Technical Development Program participants.
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.
The Software Engineer will be responsible for supporting and mentoring junior engineers and Technical Development Program participants.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements and ensure the timely delivery of software projects
- Utilize Cloud services such as Azure/AWS/GCP, and Github to implement scalable and reliable applications
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins to automate the software deployment process
- Containerize applications using Docker for easy deployment and scalability
- Write comprehensive test cases using the Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD) approach to ensure the quality and reliability of software solutions
- Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and actively participate in continuous learning and improvement initiatives
- 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 regard 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
Builder Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions using no-code, low-code, and advanced platforms, translating business needs into scalable applications that enhance products, workflows, and decision-making.
Required Qualifications:
- Undergraduate degree
- Core Java, Micro Services & Devops experience
- Experienced Software Engineer with 4+ years of professional full stack development experience
- 3+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Spring Boot, Java and React
- 3+ years of development experience in SpringBoot/Java/Rest API
- 3+ years of development experience in React/Java Script
- Experience in AWS Cloud Services
- Experience on writing Test cases using the Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD) approach to ensure the quality and reliability of software solutions
- Experience in Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with building real-time data pipelines and streaming applications
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Experience of working in Agile methodology
- Experience with Jenkins and CI/CD pipelines. Proficiency in Docker and containerization concepts
- Solid knowledge of Azure services, including AKS, Azure devops. Good Knowledge on AI & LLM
- Good knowledge of Kafka
- Dev Ops Concepts knowledge
- Solid understanding of software testing principles and experience with ATDD approach
- Proven excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proven excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Proven excellent debugging skills
- Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
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
- Core Java experience
- Microservices experience
- DevOps concepts knowledge
- 4+ years professional full stack development experience
- 3+ years with Spring Boot, Java and React
- 3+ years developing REST APIs
- 3+ years with React and JavaScript
- Experience with AWS Cloud Services
- Experience writing tests using ATDD
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience building real-time data pipelines and streaming applications
- Experience with version control systems (Git, GitHub)
- Experience working in Agile methodology
- Experience with Jenkins and CI/CD pipelines
- Solid knowledge of Azure services including AKS and Azure DevOps
- Good knowledge of Kafka
- Good knowledge of AI and LLM concepts
- Strong analytical, debugging, communication and collaboration skills
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO accrues each pay period with eight paid U.S. holidays plus a floating holiday, and generous time away is consistently emphasized. This breadth supports planned and unplanned time off beyond standard vacation days.
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Parental & Family Support — Six weeks of paid parental leave, up to two weeks of paid caregiver leave, Bright Horizons back‑up care, and adoption assistance signal strong family-oriented support. EAP access with counseling sessions further extends help to employees and their households.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, Calm app membership, tuition reimbursement, commuter and FSA accounts, and broad employee discounts expand everyday wellbeing resources. Free or low‑cost virtual visits complement these lifestyle supports.
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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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