Senior Software Engineer
About The Position
Optum is seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Software Engineer/Senior Software Engineer to join its ClinicalPoint team remotely from anywhere in the United States. This individual-contributor role focuses on accelerating complex roadmap initiatives, reducing dependency bottlenecks, strengthening architectural decisions, and providing long-term technical stability and platform ownership. The engineer will build and maintain backend services using Java and SQL, develop frontend applications with Angular, and use enterprise-approved AI-assisted development tools to improve efficiency, reduce defects, and support product reliability and scalable growth in secure environments. The role collaborates with onshore team members to resolve cross-functional dependencies and support Behavior-Driven Development workflows. Telecommuters must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. The stated annual salary range is $91,700 to $163,700 for full-time employment, with pay based on factors including labor market, education, work experience, and certifications.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of professional software development experience.
- At least 4 years of Java development experience.
- At least 2 years of experience with Angular or another modern JavaScript/TypeScript framework.
- At least 2 years of experience working with SQL databases, specifically PostgreSQL.
- At least 2 years of experience implementing CI/CD pipelines, such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions, and using Docker containerization.
- At least 1 year of hands-on experience using enterprise-approved AI-assisted coding tools, such as Claude, Codex, or Copilot, in a professional development environment.
- Adherence to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy for telecommuters.
- Pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or an equivalent technical field.
- Experience with Python programming, specifically for generative or predictive AI integrations.
- Experience with Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) practices and frameworks.
- Strong architectural design and systems-engineering expertise.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with clinical or healthcare-focused technology platforms.
Responsibilities
- Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement.
- Evaluate emerging trends to inform solution design and strategic innovation.
- Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions for complex business challenges, emphasizing responsible AI use.
- Design, build, and maintain robust, high-performance backend systems using Java and SQL databases, primarily PostgreSQL.
- Develop and optimize responsive, modern web applications using the Angular UI framework.
- Establish and enhance automated CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitHub Actions, and Docker containerization configurations to streamline deployments and improve system reliability.
- Strengthen architectural decision-making and provide long-term technical stability and platform ownership.
- Collaborate with onshore team members to resolve cross-functional dependencies and support Behavior-Driven Development workflows.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Career development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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