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:

• Design, develop, and maintain AI-driven applications and automation solutions using Python
• Develop, optimize, and support SQL Server databases, T-SQL queries, and stored procedures for business and AI workloads
• Build and deploy cloud-native solutions on Azure and/or AWS platforms
• Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, Bicep, or similar technologies
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enable automated build, testing, and deployment processes
• Collaborate with business and engineering teams to gather requirements and deliver scalable technology solutions
• Integrate AI capabilities, APIs, and enterprise systems to improve business processes and user experiences
• Perform code reviews, troubleshoot production issues, and ensure adherence to security and engineering best practices
• Monitor application performance, reliability, and scalability across cloud environments
• Contribute to front-end development using React.js or Angular when required
• 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, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience with SQL Server, T-SQL, Stored Procedures, and database development
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Python programming and application development
• 2+ years of experience working with Azure and/or AWS cloud platforms
• 2+ years of experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Ansible, Bicep, or similar tools
• Experience designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications and services
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and DevOps practices
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, coding standards, and troubleshooting methodologies
• Demonstrated solid analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative Agile environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with React.js, Angular, or other modern web technologies
• Experience with API development, microservices, and cloud-native architectures
• Experience building AI-driven solutions, copilots, chatbots, or intelligent automation platforms 
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices and automation frameworks
• Knowledge of Generative AI, LLMs, AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, or AI-powered application development

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.