Software Engineer

Posted 2 Days Ago
Basking Ridge, NJ
In-Office
71K-127K Annually
Junior
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Healthtech • Information Technology • Machine Learning • Software • Analytics
The Role
As a Software Engineer, you will design, develop, test, and maintain software while collaborating within an Agile environment to improve provider experiences on the UHC Provider Portal.
Summary Generated by Built In
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.
As a Software Engineer you will be part of the team that is improving provider experience within applications on the UHC Provider Portal. If you ever wanted to be part of major application redesign, this is the position for you. From solution design, to development, performance tuning, acceptance test and implementation you will be and hands on agent of change.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and continuously improve software
  • Translate product concepts into project commitments that deliver incremental value to our customers frequently and with high quality
  • Participate in Agile / Scrum methodology to deliver high-quality software releases
  • Performing all phases of software engineering including requirements analysis, application design, code, test, deploy, and support
  • Review code and provide feedback relative to best practices and improving performance
  • Troubleshoot production support issues post-deployment and come up with solutions as required
  • Be innovative in solution design and development to meet the needs of the business
  • Working very closely with Architecture group and driving technical solutions
  • Expected to adapt in dynamic and collaborative work environment and make independent decision
  • Collaborate to meet project timelines
  • 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

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • Undergraduate degree
  • 2+ years of coding experience with one or more of the following languages, Java with a willingness and ability to learn new ones
  • 2+ years of experience in solid understanding of engineering fundamentals: unit testing, code reviews, Agile and DevOps
  • 2+ years of experience working with at least one of the following: continuous integration / continuous delivery tools, REST API development, serverless architecture, containerization, IaC, public / private cloud, application observability and / or messaging / stream architecture
  • 2+ years of experience working within an Agile / Scrum Methodology

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in the healthcare industry
  • Experience working in Unix / Linux environments
  • Experience with the following:
    • Streaming technology i.e. Kafka
    • Cloud - Open Shift
    • Database - NoSQL
    • Microservice architecture
    • Web Development - React, Angular
  • Business rule engine experience
  • Development experience in Java and related tools / software
  • Understanding of distributed architecture design principles

Soft Skills:
  • Ability to communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $71,200 to $127,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Top Skills

Agile
Angular
Containerization
Continuous Delivery
Continuous Integration
DevOps
Iac
Java
Kafka
NoSQL
Open Shift
Private Cloud
Public Cloud
React
Rest Api
Serverless Architecture

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
160,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

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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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Optum has three workplace models that balance the needs of the business, the responsibilities of a job, and your preference for more flexibility. These models are core on-site 5 days/week, hybrid 3 day/s week and telecommute or fully remote.

Typical time on-site: Flexible
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