Lead Software Engineer - Remote

Optum Tech is a global leader in health care innovation. Our teams develop cutting-edge solutions that help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. From advanced data analytics and AI to cybersecurity, we use innovative approaches to solve some of health care's most complex challenges. Your contributions here have the potential to change lives. Ready to build the next breakthrough? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Provider Digital team at Optum Technology is dedicated to building intuitive, highly performant, and scalable digital solutions for healthcare providers. As a Lead Software Engineer focusing on front-end development, you will lead the architecture, design, and execution of responsive web applications. You will drive technical innovation by building intelligent user interfaces, integrating cutting-edge technologies into software workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to deliver exceptional digital experiences.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture, design, and development of modern, responsive front-end user interfaces using React, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions and intelligent front-end features to address complex business challenges, emphasizing responsible use of AI
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools and automated development workflows to streamline code delivery, automate repetitive tasks, and drive continuous engineering improvement
• Evaluate emerging software engineering trends and front-end technologies to inform technical strategy, solution design, and architectural innovation
• Drive front-end performance optimization, cross-browser compatibility, web accessibility (WCAG), and seamless integration with RESTful APIs and microservices
• Provide technical leadership, architectural oversight, and code reviews, mentoring software engineers to maintain high standards of code quality and front-end best practices

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction 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 or 4+ years of equivalent software engineering experience
• 4.5+ years of software engineering experience focusing on front-end web application development
• 3+ years of hands-on experience building web applications using React and modern JavaScript (ES6+)
• 3+ years of experience integrating front-end applications with RESTful APIs and microservices
• 2+ years of experience with modern front-end state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Context API) and testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, React Testing Library)
• 2+ years of experience building scalable applications or intelligent user interfaces using modern software design patterns
• Knowledge of software architecture and design

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Experience in digital health, healthcare provider platforms, or health IT domains
• Experience developing AI-powered features, smart UI components, or integrating ML models into web applications
• Proficiency with TypeScript and modern CSS frameworks (e.g., Tailwind CSS, Styled Components, SASS)
• Knowledge of front-end performance tuning, automated CI/CD pipelines, and web accessibility standards (WCAG 21)

*All employees working remotely 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 $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.