Software Engineering Lead

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:

• Cloud Infrastructure & Architecture:
  • Design, implement, and manage scalable and secure Azure cloud infrastructure
  • Architect solutions using Azure services such as Azure App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, Azure Storage, and Azure SQL
  • Optimize cloud resources for performance, cost, and reliability
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
  • Develop and maintain infrastructure using tools like Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
  • Automate provisioning and configuration management using Ansible, PowerShell, or Azure CLI
• CI/CD & DevOps:

  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins

     

  • Integrate security practices into the DevOps lifecycle (DevSecOps) including vulnerability scanning, secrets management, and compliance checks
• Monitoring & Operations:
  • Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights
  • Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and deployment issues
• Security: Ensure the security, performance, reliability, and scalability of Azure applications and infrastructure
• Disaster Recovery: Develop and implement disaster recovery plans
• Cost Management: Assist in the development of cost management strategies for Azure usage
• Collaboration & Documentation:
  • Work closely with development, QA, and security teams to ensure smooth delivery of cloud-native applications

  • Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for infrastructure and processes

     

• 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:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years Azure Cloud Services and DevOps experience
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS)
• Solid understanding of cloud architecture, networking, security, and cost optimization
• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., SonarQube, Aqua, Snyk)
• Scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python
• Azure Security Tools: Proficiency with Azure Security Centre, Azure Active Directory, Azure Key Vault, and other Azure services
• Vulnerability Management: Proven ability to executing vulnerability scans and security assessments, and implementing remediation measures
• Secure Coding Practices: Proven ability to ensure secure coding practices are followed in development
• Regulatory Compliance: Proven ability to implement regulatory compliance controls for Azure infrastructure Proficient with Azure Security Centre, Azure Active Directory, Azure Key Vault, and other Azure services. Solid experience in executing vulnerability scans and security assessments and implementing remediation measures. Proficient Ensuring secure coding practices are followed in development. Work experience in Implementing regulatory compliance controls for Azure infrastructure
• Proven excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in relevant cloud technologies (e.g., Azure, Databricks, Snowflake)
• Experience with hybrid cloud or multi-cloud environments
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies

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.