The Role
Design, develop, test, and support scalable enterprise healthcare applications using Java and microservices. Build reusable automation frameworks, implement UI and end-to-end test automation, validate APIs and databases, integrate tests into CI/CD, mentor team members, and collaborate across business, development, and QA to drive quality improvements.
Summary Generated by Built In
Requisition Number: 2377040
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 Responsibility:
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 Responsibility:
- 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
User Responsibilities:
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
Required Qualifications:
- Healthcare Domain Expert with 4+ years of experience in designing, developing, testing, and supporting enterprise healthcare applications
- Solid expertise in Java development with hands-on experience in building scalable web applications, microservices, and integration solutions
- Extensive experience in test automation and quality engineering, leveraging Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, TestNG, and JUnit for UI and end-to-end automation
- Hands-on experience with Oracle Database, SQL, and PL/SQL for data validation, backend testing, performance tuning, and application development support
- Experienced in developing reusable automation frameworks and integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Azure DevOps, and Git
- Experienced in Agile/Scrum environments, mentoring team members, and driving quality improvements throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Proficient in API development and testing of RESTful and SOAP web services using Java-based frameworks and automation tools
- Solid knowledge of Kafka for event-driven architectures, message validation, and integration testing
- Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and web technologies for front-end validation and application troubleshooting
- Solid analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across business, development, and QA teams
- Key Skills:
- Programming & Development: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, HTML, CSS , Angular react
- Automation Testing: Selenium, Playwright, TestNG, JUnit
- API & Integration: REST APIs, SOAP APIs, Postman, Kafka
- Database: Oracle, SQL, PL/SQL
- DevOps & Tools: Git, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Maven, CI/CD
- Methodologies: Agile, Scrum, SDLC, STLC
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
- 4+ years healthcare domain experience designing, developing, testing, and supporting enterprise healthcare applications
- Solid expertise in Java development for scalable web applications, microservices, and integration solutions
- Extensive experience in test automation and quality engineering using Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, TestNG, and JUnit
- Hands-on experience with Oracle Database, SQL, and PL/SQL for data validation and backend testing
- Experience developing reusable automation frameworks and integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Azure DevOps, and Git
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, mentoring team members, and driving quality improvements across SDLC
- Proficient in API development and testing of RESTful and SOAP web services using Java frameworks and automation tools
- Solid knowledge of Kafka for event-driven architectures, message validation, and integration testing
- Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and web technologies for front-end validation and troubleshooting
- Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills with ability to collaborate across business, development, and QA teams
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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