Lead DevOps Engineer

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 and implement infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform. Automate repetitive tasks to improve efficiency using Python and other scripting tools
• Expert level of experience with Apache, nginx, or Envoy or Medium level of experience with HAProxy
• Programming languages: Go or experience with Consul and Consul template
• Ability to leverage AI tools for day to day actions or activities to build scaling application
• Build, manage, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for seamless application deployments. Integrate with tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps preferred to have exp or understanding about Agentic DevOps
• Monitor system performance and availability using monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or Datadog. Develop strategies for improving system reliability and uptime. Respond to incidents, troubleshoot issues, and conduct root cause analysis, Ideal candidate will have the ability to setup AIOPS ecosystem and reduce the Ops overhead
• Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes. Implement Kubernetes cluster configurations, including monitoring, scaling, and upgrades
• Use tools like Ansible or Chef for configuration management and provisioning
• Work with tools like Consul for service discovery and dynamic configuration. Manage network configurations, DNS, and load balancers
• Use tools like Packer to automate the creation of machine images. Ensure standardized environments across development, testing, and production
• Manage and deploy cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Optimize cloud resources to ensure cost-efficiency and scalability
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure smooth software delivery. Provide mentorship to junior team members on best practices and technologies
• Lead system implementation projects, ensuring that new systems are integrated seamlessly into existing infrastructure
• Consult with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs and provide expert advice on system integration and implementation strategies
• Develop and execute integration plans, ensuring that all components work together effectively
• Provide training and support to clients and internal teams on new systems and technologies
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to provide cutting-edge solutions
• Participate in rotational shifts to provide 24/7 support for critical systems and infrastructure and promptly addressing any issues that arise
• 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:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Certifications in Kubernetes, Terraform, or any public cloud platform like AWS, Azure, or GCP
• 10+ years of experience in a DevOps role or similar
• Experience with distributed systems and microservices architecture
• DevOps Tools: Solid experience with tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker, Packer, and Consul
• CI/CD Pipelines: Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, etc.)
• Version Control: Experience with Git and branching strategies
• System Implementation & Integration: Proven experience in system implementation and integration projects
• Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python and experience with other scripting languages (e.g., Bash)
• Cloud Platforms: Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP services. Proven experience implementing Public Cloud Services using Terraform within Terraform Enterprise or HCP Terraform
• Infrastructure as Code: Proficiency in tools like Terraform and Ansible. Proven experience in authoring Terraform and shared Terraform Modules
• Monitoring and Logging: Knowledge of monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog) and logging tools (e.g., ELK Stack)
• Consulting Skills: Demonstrated ability to consult with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs and provide expert advice

Soft Skills:

• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to work in an agile and fast-paced 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.