The Role
Designs, develops, tests, and supports scalable Java and Python applications, REST APIs, microservices, data pipelines, and AI/ML integrations. Builds cloud-native solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP using Docker and Kubernetes, and maintains CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and GitHub Actions. Responsibilities include database development, system architecture, automated testing, production support, performance optimization, code reviews, and collaboration in Agile delivery teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
Requisition Number: 2382220
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, test, and maintain scalable software applications
- Build REST APIs and microservices using Java (Spring Boot, Quarkus) and Python
- Develop reusable, maintainable, and high-quality code following coding standards
- Participate in system design and technical architecture discussions
- Perform code reviews and ensure best practices are followed
- Application Design & Architecture
- Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Create technical design documents and architecture diagrams
- Design microservices-based and cloud-native applications
- Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
- DevOps & CI/CD Implementation
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions
- Automate build, deployment, and release processes
- Implement containerization using Docker
- Manage and deploy applications on Kubernetes environments
- Improve deployment efficiency and reduce manual activities
- Data Engineering & Workflow Automation
- Develop and maintain data pipelines using Apache Airflow
- Automate data processing and integration workflows
- Monitor workflow execution and resolve production issues
- Ensure data quality and reliability across systems
- AI/ML Solution Development
- Develop and integrate AI/ML models into business applications
- Work with data scientists to deploy ML solutions into production
- Build APIs/services that consume AI/ML models
- Monitor model performance and support model retraining activities
- Explore Generative AI and intelligent automation opportunities
- Cloud Platform Engineering
- Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Implement cloud-native services and infrastructure
- Monitor cloud resources, performance, and costs
- Ensure security, scalability, and high availability of cloud solutions
- Database Development & Management
- Design and optimize database schemas.
- Develop efficient SQL queries and stored procedures
- Perform performance tuning and troubleshooting
- Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance
- Agile Project Delivery
- Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews
- Estimate development efforts and track progress
- Collaborate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, QA teams, and stakeholders
- Deliver features within agreed timelines and quality standards
- Testing & Quality Assurance
- Develop unit, integration, and automation tests
- Support UAT and production releases
- Troubleshoot and resolve application defects
- Ensure adherence to quality and security standards
- Production Support & Continuous Improvement
- Monitor production systems and resolve incidents
- Perform root cause analysis for critical issues
- Implement performance improvements and system enhancements
- Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization
- 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:
- Graduate degree or equivalent experience.
- 4+ years of IT Experience -
- Solid understanding of core programming concepts with hands-on experience in modern technologies such as Java (Spring Boot, Quarkus), Python, Jenkins, Airflow, GitHub, Docker, and Kubernetes
- Proven experience and solid knowledge of software development, programming fundamentals, and database concepts, working primarily with a core programming language
- Demonstrated ability to deliver successful IT and business-critical software projects end to end
- Good understanding of key delivery lifecycle artefacts, including functional requirements, technical design documents, and testing documentation
- Practical knowledge and hands-on experience in implementing AI/ML models in real-world solutions. Exposure to cloud platforms
- Proven self-motivated team player with a solid focus on action, results, and continuous improvement.
- Exposure to and experience working in Agile delivery environments
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex requirements into effective technical solutions
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
- Graduate degree or equivalent experience
- 4+ years of IT experience
- Hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot or Quarkus, Python, Jenkins, Airflow, GitHub, Docker, and Kubernetes
- Experience with software development, programming fundamentals, and database concepts
- Experience delivering IT and business-critical software projects end to end
- Knowledge of functional requirements, technical design documents, and testing documentation
- Hands-on experience implementing AI/ML models in real-world solutions
- Exposure to cloud platforms
- Experience working in Agile delivery environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated teamwork, results orientation, and continuous improvement focus
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave (six weeks), paid caregiver leave (up to two weeks), Bright Horizons back-up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000 are prominently included. Feedback suggests these family supports meaningfully aid work-life balance and are often highlighted as strengths.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is available to all employees, including part-time staff, alongside other financial protections like disability and life insurance. Feedback suggests broad access and matching make retirement support a core pillar of the package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offers discounted company stock, with some roles also eligible for sign-on or performance bonuses. Feedback suggests the ESPP is a standout financial perk that helps employees build ownership over time.
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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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