Senior Software Engineer I – Python, ETL

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.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be a key individual contributor responsible for designing, developing, and deploying high-quality software solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver features aligned with business priorities, while also exploring new technologies to solve complex problems. This role demands strong technical expertise, ownership, and a proactive mindset.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Software Development and Design
  • Develop high-quality, maintainable, and scalable code using Python and ETL tools like IBM DataStage
  • Apply design patterns, data structures, and algorithms to build robust software systems
  • Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to engineering best practices
• Agile Execution and Delivery
  • Identify, prioritize, and execute tasks using Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban)
  • Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver features on time and within budget
  • Contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and retrospectives
• CI or CD and DevOps
  • Design and implement CI or CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar tools
  • Automate build, test, and deployment processes to ensure rapid and reliable software delivery
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to manage infrastructure as code and ensure system reliability
• Cloud and Data Engineering
  • Build and deploy applications on cloud platforms, preferably AWS
  • Work with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB) and streaming platforms like Kafka
  • Ensure cloud-native scalability, security, and performance
• Innovation and POCs
  • Explore emerging technologies and conduct proof-of-concepts (POCs) to address business challenges.
  • Recommend and implement innovative solutions that improve system efficiency and user experience
• Monitoring and Observability
  • Set up and manage application and log monitoring using tools like Grafana, Kibana, or Splunk
  • Define SLAs and implement alerting mechanisms for proactive issue resolution
• Communication and Collaboration
  • Communicate effectively with global teams and stakeholders
  • Document technical designs, decisions, and processes clearly
  • Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of continuous learning
• 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:

• B.E. in Computer Engineering or equivalent from a reputed engineering college
• 6+ years of proven software development experience
• Experience with CI or CD pipelines and Agile Development Practices
• Solid hands-on expertise in:
  • ETL tools (IBM DataStage preferred)
  • UNIX/Linux; Relational DB (e.g. DB2)
  • Python
  • NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)
  • Kafka, GitHub, DevOps tools
  • AWS cloud architecture and services
• Solid understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms, and Design patterns
• Proven analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Proven excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Exposure to IBM MDM or similar master data management platforms
• Familiarity with observability tools like Prometheus, ELK stack, or Datadog

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.