Senior 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.

If you would like to be part of a well-rounded solution throughout all phases from production to support, we want to talk to you. If you are an independent self-starter, work well within an integrated team, have a strong sense of ownership and are obsessed by solving customer use cases and scenarios using best practices and cloud technologies, we want to talk to you!

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Client-facing portal provides the necessary services that are critical to day-to-day management of documents by the clients and provides as window to what is happening in the backend as files are being processed from reception to composition to release, print and mail
• Having this person on staff is critical to our ability to cater to upgrade, maintain and be compliant
• Are you passionate about building and maintaining enterprise-class full stack solutions using the latest API and Portal technologies and current development best practices
• This position requires a good understanding of enterprise's best practices, regulatory compliance, and customer persona(s). The ability to learn new technologies, integrate them with existing enterprise management tools and compliance frameworks, and the skill to leverage them to the maximum extent is a key component of this position. We are striving for maximum compatibility with current health care products and services as well as new cloud enterprise technologies and best practices
• AI User: Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation by streamlining workflows and automating repetitive tasks. Evaluate emerging trends to drive continuous improvement and strategic innovation

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of overall software engineering experience
• 10+ years of experience in software solution development
• 5+ years of experience in solution development utilizing Microsoft Technologies
• 5+ years of experience in application development in an AWS environment utilizing AWS services
• 5+ years of experience in Relational Database Management systems, especially Microsoft SQL database application development
• Advanced level of proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as C#, Golang, Node.js, Java

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with .Net Framework, C#, .net Core, Python, C++
• Proficiency with Rest API 
• Experience/Proficiency with AWS Services such as SNS, SQS, Lambda, RDS, CloudWatch
• Proficiency in SQL based database application development
• Proficiency with Agile Scrum SDLC
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools/processes (Git/Jenkins/Jfrog /Sonar/codql/Nunit preferably)

Soft Skills:

• Proven oral and written communication Skills
• Proven ability to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to leverage AI tools to expedite development and improve quality

*All Telecommuters 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 $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

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.

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