Software Engineer

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

5h•Remote

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

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT or Engineering field
4+ years of industry experience in software development
3+ years of professional experience in one or more programming languages: Java, JavaScript, Python, or Go
3+ years of hands-on experience with any one cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native technologies
3+ years of demonstrated experience in DevOps practices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD tools
2+ years of experience building and deploying GraphQL and REST APIs, including microservices
2+ years of experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar.)

Nice To Haves

Experience with Generative AI, LLM-based development, and AI-assisted coding tools (GitHub Copilot preferred)
Experience building and deploying RESTful APIs and microservices
Hands-on experience with Elasticsearch for logging, monitoring, and search capabilities
Familiarity with AI Builder or low-code automation platforms
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in agile environments

Responsibilities

Design and implement DevOps solutions and cloud infrastructure following best practices and organizational standards
Leverage AI Builder and automation tools to enhance deployment pipelines and operational efficiency
Apply Generative AI and LLM-based solutions to improve development workflows and code quality using tools like GitHub Copilot
Develop and maintain scalable cloud-native solutions using Infrastructure-as-Code principles
Participate in code reviews and contribute to establishing best practices within the team
Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines to improve deployment frequency and reliability
Support production systems on a rotational basis and participate in incident response for critical issues
Collaborate with team members to solve technical problems and share knowledge through documentation and discussions
Monitor system performance, maintain observability, and identify optimization opportunities
Contribute to security best practices and ensure compliance with organizational standards
Document solutions and maintain clear communication with stakeholders on technical progress
Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with emphasis on responsible use of AI