Senior Software Engineer - SharePoint Developer

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.  

We are seeking an experienced Microsoft SharePoint Online Developer with 5+ years of hands-on development experience designing, building, and supporting modern SharePoint solutions within Microsoft 365. This role will focus on delivering scalable, secure, and user-friendly intranet and collaboration experiences using SharePoint Online, SPFx, Power Platform, and related Microsoft 365 services. The ideal candidate is comfortable partnering with business stakeholders, translating requirements into technical designs, and implementing solutions following modern development practices and governance standards

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of internal Sharepoint sites including design, build, test, and maintenance. This ranges from small service requests to larger project implementations
• Design, develop, and maintain SharePoint Online solutions leveraging modern sites, web parts, and Microsoft 365 services
• Build and enhance client-side components using SharePoint Framework (SPFx), including modern web parts and extensions
• Develop front-end experiences using TypeScript/JavaScript, React (or similar frameworks), HTML/CSS, and modern UI patterns
• Configure and implement SharePoint features such as:
  • Site templates, content types, lists/libraries, metadata, and permissions
  • Document management solutions (retention, versioning, compliance support)
  • Search experiences, navigation, and information architecture
  • Integrate SharePoint Online with Microsoft 365 services and APIs such as:
  • Microsoft Graph, SharePoint REST APIs, Azure AD-secured endpoints
  • Teams, OneDrive, Outlook integrations as needed
• Build workflow and automation solutions using Power Automate and (where appropriate) legacy workflow modernization approaches
• Create and maintain low-code apps and forms using Power Apps (canvas apps, list forms, and integrated experiences)
• Implement solutions aligned with security and compliance requirements, including access controls, data classification, and governance policies
• Collaborate with stakeholders, clients, and peers to refine requirements and deliver iteratively
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, performance bottlenecks, and compatibility concerns across browsers and devices
• Produce technical documentation, support knowledge transfer, and contribute to development standards and best practices
• This position has an on-call rotation schedule that requires immediate off-hours response
• 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 degree in computer science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of professional experience developing solutions in SharePoint (with strong SharePoint Online focus)
• Solid experience with SharePoint Framework (SPFx) development, including modern web parts/extensions
• Experience with modern frameworks such as React (preferred), Angular, or Vue
• Experience integrating SharePoint solutions with APIs such as Microsoft Graph and/or SharePoint REST
• Experience with source control and DevOps practices (Git, build pipelines, releases)
• Hands-on experience with Power Platform components:
  • Power Automate flows for business process automation
  • Familiarity with Power Apps for forms and lightweight apps
• Proficiency with TypeScript/JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern front-end development practices
• Solid understanding of SharePoint Online architecture, including:
  • Modern site collections, hub sites, permissions model, lists/libraries
  • Information architecture, metadata management, and governance concepts
• Familiarity with authentication concepts including Azure AD, OAuth, and app registrations & permissions
• Solid troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with integration tools, APIs, and web services for facility applications
• Experience coordinating cross-functional initiatives and managing complex data sets for system stability
• Exposure to cloud architecture and SaaS platforms for security systems
• Familiarity with video management systems and IoT-based tracking solutions
• Vendor-specific certifications for Lenel S2, Milestone, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management practices
• Prior work in healthcare intranet sites

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.