Senior Software Engineer, Optum Perks

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other engineers and IT stakeholders to build an understanding of systems or RESTful APIs involved in integrations
• Demonstrate a strong understanding in RESTful APIs
• Develop product features in collaboration with business and IT stakeholders
• Collaborate with product managers, front-end developers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Work with geographically distributed Agile teams across the USA
• Help to provide estimates for user stories, and tasks
• Participate in code reviews and adhere to best practices
• Be aware of current security trends, tools, and requirements
• Provide input to planning activities
• Participate in rotational on-call schedules as needed
• Work outside of standard office hours as needed and, on occasion, support night-time releases

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related field OR equivalent experience
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with TypeScript / JavaScript
• 2+ years of experience with RESTful APIs
• Software implementation and integration experience
• Working knowledge of or experience with Azure
• Working knowledge of or experience with Agile development lifecycle

Nice to Have

• Experience with modern frameworks
• Knowledge of security trends, tools, and requirements

Benefits & Perks

• Starting salary between $118,000 and $158,000, based on location, qualifications, and experience
• Access to a free Udemy for Business subscription
• Health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental bonding benefit program
• Pharmacy benefits
• Income protection plans
• Pet services plans
• Mental health support
• Wellness coaching
• HSA (Health Savings Account)
• Commuter benefits
• Gym & fitness center discount program