Senior Software Engineer
About The Position
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. We are seeking an experienced Sr Software Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, cloud-native architectures, Databricks, and Azure. The ideal candidate will lead high-performing engineering teams, contribute to technical strategy, and architect scalable enterprise solutions, including AI/ML-driven capabilities You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
- 7+ years of hands-on experience in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Azure, Python, MicroServices, Kafka, API, Azure cloud, Databricks
- 7+ years of experience building applications on Azure; additional experience with AWS or GCP is a plus
- 7+ years of experience with Databricks, SQL MI, and enterprise-grade RDBMS solutions
- 7+ years of experience with AI/ML concepts, pipelines, and model deployment frameworks
- 7+ years of experience leading and mentoring engineering teams
- Advanced level of proficiency in communication and client-facing skills
- All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
Responsibilities
- Apply object-oriented design principles and industry-recommended design patterns to build robust and scalable systems
- Lead architecture and design of large-scale platform products with an enterprise-wide perspective
- Architect and build cloud-native applications on Azure (and optionally one additional cloud provider)
- Develop digital solution blueprints and architect digital-native platforms such as patient portals, provider portals, and mobile applications
- Oversee the design of end-to-end AI/ML systems including data pipelines, model training, deployment, and monitoring
- Select suitable AI/ML algorithms, frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch), and cloud infrastructure components
- Provide technical guidance to teams and champion engineering best practices
- Conduct design and code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables
- Drive improvements in code quality, automation, CI/CD, test coverage, and inspection processes
- Ensure adherence to secure coding, performance tuning, and architectural governance
- Lead development of Java-based applications using Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Kafka, API, Microservices patterns, Azure cloud and Databricks
- Guide teams in building responsive backend applications using modern frameworks/technology
- Work with modern data platforms including RDBMS (SQL Server/Oracle), SQL MI, and Databricks for data engineering and analytics
- Collaborate on solutions involving streaming platforms and integration technologies (e.g., Kafka)
- Manage full software development lifecycles from requirements to deployment and support
- Collaborate with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to define technology roadmaps
- Prepare client-ready technical material, solution documentation, and architectural presentations
- Facilitate strategy and architecture discussions with clients, leadership, and other stakeholders
Benefits
- Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
- Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
- Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
- 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
