Business Application Developer – Remote

At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Are you a business-minded professional who has transitioned into a technical role? Do you thrive at the intersection of data, tools, and innovation? What’s your next step? How will you leverage your programming expertise and your energy to help develop solutions to transform the health care industry?  As part of the Information Solutions Group within Employer and Individual Underwriting & Pricing, our mission is to provide the technical tools, subject matter expertise, and user support needed for underwriters and actuaries to accurately and efficiently produce appropriate health care rates and supporting exhibits for our small and large group clients.

Specifically, this position supports the ongoing development and maintenance of rating and renewal tools and providing data support for UHC Large Group commercial business.  In this role, you won’t just maintain existing tools-you’ll help reimagine them. We’re looking for someone who’s excited to explore new technologies, challenge the status quo, and bring fresh ideas to our evolving rating platforms. The position requires an understanding of the underwriting and data needs of the business, technology applications and alternatives, and relevant development and programming experience. The individual will play an active role, collaborating with business partners, to develop technical solutions that address new and evolving business needs, to support legacy UHC rating tools and monthly rating activities, and to support the long-term strategy for future rating platforms.  In addition, the individual will provide data support for rating and reporting purposes, helping to gather and analyze data, insure data integrity, and automate monthly processes. We’re looking for someone who has a solid technical and analytical background, who is highly organized and detail-oriented, and has the experience, creativity, and persistence to craft high-quality solutions. We value curiosity, continuous learning, and a collaborative spirit. If you’re someone who enjoys solving complex problems and experimenting with new approaches, you’ll fit right in.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. 

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:

• 2+ years of relevant development/programming experience 
• General knowledge in health care and rating methodologies
• Working proficiency with SQL (Structured Query Language)
• Proven expertise working with MS Excel, MS Access, VB coding
• Proven ability to translate business needs into technical solutions, with a strong understanding of both perspectives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience 
• Experience working in UW or Actuarial within the health care industry
• Software development experience in the Visual Studio Environment
• Familiarity with or interest in modern development tools and languages (e.g., Python, C#, cloud platforms, Git) 

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy 

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. 

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.

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.