Technology Development Program Software Engineering Associate

UnitedHealth Group • Eden Prairie, MN

112d • $58,800 - $105,000 • Onsite

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. The Technology Development Program (TDP) at Optum begins with a 4-week bootcamp, followed by a 12-month development experience that includes two 6-month rotations and concludes with a grad placement. As a TDP Associate, you'll gain invaluable experience across a variety of domains, benefit from mentorship by technology leaders, and engage in networking and collaboration opportunities across the technology organization. The program's cohort-based structure fosters a more personalized employment experience, helping to build community and drive engagement beyond that of a traditional hire.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Data Science, IT or other technology-related fields, or a 2-year technical college.
• Currently in final year of obtaining a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited college/university, or obtained degree within the last 24 months.
• Basic understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Large Language Models (LLMs), with demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools.
• Proficient in one or more coding languages (e.g., Python, Java, C, SQL, .NET).
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with software engineering tools such as source code control systems (i.e. GIT, GitHub), IDE, Continuous Delivery and deployment pipeline.
• Understanding of Agile Frameworks, methodologies, roles, and tools (Kanban, Scrum, SaFE, LeSS, etc.).
• Familiarity with Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure, and/or GCP).
• Involvement in additional technical activities (Robotics, Comp. Science/Tech clubs, Tech or Engineering side projects, GitHub, etc.).
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively and communicate clearly within technical teams and cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a four-week in-office onboarding bootcamp focused on building foundational skills.
• Join assigned teams after bootcamp and contribute to meaningful, real-world projects aligned with business needs and personal interests.
• Engage in analysis, design, coding, engineering, testing, debugging, standards, methods, tools analysis, documentation, research and development, maintenance, new development, operations, and delivery.
• Evaluate new tools, techniques, and strategies; automate common tasks; and build common utilities to drive organizational efficiency.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase.
• 401k contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree