Senior Software Engineer I

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.  

We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer / Linux System Administrator with strong expertise in Linux administration, application support 24/7, and automation tools. The ideal candidate will have experience managing CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and cloud/automation platforms to ensure seamless application deployment and operational excellence.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain Linux-based servers and environments to ensure high availability and performance
• Provide application support, troubleshoot issues, and manage incident tickets using tools such as ServiceNow
• Develop, deploy, and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions to streamline software delivery processes
• Administer workflow orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow or manage cloud infrastructure on Azure
• Implement and manage infrastructure as code using Terraform and configuration management using Ansible
• Write and maintain automation scripts to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention
• Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment of applications
• Monitor system health, perform routine maintenance, and implement security best practices
• 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 regards 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

Required Qualifications:

• Solid hands-on experience in Linux system administration and troubleshooting
• Experience in application support and using ticketing tools like ServiceNow
• Experience in designing, building, and managing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions
• Expertise in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and configuration management with Ansible
• Familiarity with Airflow administration and Azure cloud services
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell
• Proven solid problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proven excellent communication and collaboration skills

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.