Senior Test Engineer – National Remote

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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

 

The government services support team at Optum has earned the trust of organizations that our entire country relies on; from the Department of Defense and Veteran’s Administration to the teams at Health & Human Services and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. We’re repaying that trust with hard work, new ideas and a commitment to finding better solutions every day. Join us and help create ways for our government services agencies to be more efficient and effective.

We are seeking an experienced Integrations Tester to join our team, focusing on the testing of software integrations across various systems and platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in testing APIs, middleware, and integration layers, ensuring seamless data flow and functionality between interconnected systems. This role requires an in-depth understanding of integration patterns, data transformation, communication protocols, and the ability to troubleshoot complex integration issues.

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and execute test plans, test cases, and scripts specifically for system integrations, including APIs, web services, and middleware
• Validate data mapping, transformation, and routing processes to ensure accurate and efficient data exchange between systems
• Work closely with developers and architects to understand integration designs and how different systems interact within the enterprise architecture
• Utilize various tools to simulate and test integration endpoints, payloads, and performance under different scenarios
• Conduct end-to-end integration testing, including both positive and negative test scenarios, to validate all aspects of the integration logic
• Identify, document, and track integration defects through resolution, working with cross-functional teams to ensure a comprehensive fix
• Monitor integration performance during testing, identifying bottlenecks or potential scalability issues
• Collaborate with teams to establish best practices for integration testing, including test automation, continuous integration (CI), and continuous deployment (CD)
• Maintain a current understanding of industry standards and best practices in integration testing, such as REST, SOAP, and messaging protocols
• Provide detailed reports on test outcomes, including recommendations for improvements and enhancements to integration strategies

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:

• 5+ years of experience as an Integrations Tester with a strong understanding of system integration testing methodologies
• 5+ of experience with integration architectures, such as SOA, microservices, and event-driven systems
• 5+ years of experience with testing tools and frameworks suitable for integration testing, such as Postman, SoapUI, and JMeter
• 5+ years of experience with knowledge of data formats (e.g., XML, JSON) and communication protocols (e.g., HTTP, MQ, TCP/IP)
• 5+ years of experience with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot complex integration issues

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with test automation tools and scripting languages to automate integration tests
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and how they relate to integration testing and deployment
• Familiarity with cloud-based integration services and platforms
• Experience with performance and load testing to assess the robustness of integration solutions
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Must be able to communicate both verbally and in written form
• Must have reliable internet service that allows for effective telecommuting
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• All work must be conducted in the United States 

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

 

 

California, Colorado, Nevada, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Hawaii, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The hourly range for California, Colorado, Nevada, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Hawaii, Washington or Washington, D.C. residents is $88,000 to $173,200 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. 

 

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

 

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. 

 

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.

 

 

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

 

 

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