Software 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 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.

Software engineering is the application of engineering to the design, development, implementation, testing and maintenance of software in a systematic method. The roles in this function will cover all primary development activity across all technology functions that ensure we deliver code with high quality for our applications, products and services and to understand customer needs and to develop product roadmaps.

These roles include, but are not limited to analysis, design, coding, engineering, testing, debugging, standards, methods, tools analysis, documentation, research and development, maintenance, new development, operations and delivery. With every role in the company, each position has a requirement for building quality into every output. This also includes evaluating new tools, new techniques, strategies; Automation of common tasks; build of common utilities to drive organizational efficiency with a passion around technology and solutions and influence of thought and leadership on future capabilities and opportunities to apply technology in new and innovative ways. Basic, structured, standard approach to work.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Developing and maintaining web applications using ReactJS and other relevant technologies
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (including designers, backend developers, and product owners) to define, design, and ship new features
• Writing reusable, efficient, and scalable code
• Implementing responsive and mobile-friendly user interfaces
• Optimizing applications for maximum performance and scalability
• Troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving software defects and issues
• Conducting code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards
• Collaborating with backend developers to integrate frontend interfaces with server-side logic
• Developing and implementing automated tests to ensure software quality
• Participating in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospective meetings
• Staying up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in frontend and fullstack development
• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior developers, as needed
• Collaborating with the DevOps team to deploy and manage applications in production environments
• Working with version control systems, such as Git, for code management and collaboration
• Documenting software design, development processes, and code changes
• 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 or master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field is usually required. However, some companies may consider candidates with relevant work experience or certifications in lieu of a formal degree
• 2+ years of professional experience in frontend or fullstack development is required. However, this may vary depending on the specific job requirements and the organization
• Experience with frontend development tools and frameworks like Webpack, Babel, and CSS preprocessors
• Experience with testing frameworks and methodologies (e.g., Jest, Enzyme)
• Knowledge of database systems like MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL
• Familiarity with backend technologies and frameworks like Node.js, Express.js, and RESTful APIs
• Understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices
• Solid proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and related web technologies
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with ReactJS and its ecosystem (React Router, Redux, etc.)
• Proficient in using code versioning tools, such as Git
• Proven problem-solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex problems, debug issues, and propose effective solutions
• Proven communication and Collaboration: Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients
• Continuous Learning: Proven willingness to stay updated with the latest technologies, frameworks, and best practices in frontend and fullstack development

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.