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Sr Software Engineer - Remote

UnitedHealth Group

Eden Prairie, MN
Full Time
Senior
90k-177k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

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. This role entails designing, developing, and deploying a scalable, reliable, high-performance cloud platform. The individual will work with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, development, and deployment of a cloud-based platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance
  • Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
  • Contribute to the technical design and development of the platform, making informed decisions on technology selection, infrastructure, and integration points
  • Develop and maintain coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes to ensure high-quality and maintainable code
  • Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure that the team follows coding standards and best practices
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, product managers, and UI/UX designers, to ensure seamless integration and an excellent user experience
  • Stay up to date with the latest advancements in cloud technologies, AI/ML frameworks, and best practices, and share insights and knowledge with the team
  • Monitor and optimize the platform's performance, ensuring efficient resource utilization and responsiveness
  • Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to ensure secure and scalable deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of the platform

Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience as a software development engineer or equivalent hands-on experience producing code for production systems
  • 3+ years of experience working with Public Cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, GCP, beyond basic IaaS functionality
  • 3+ years of experience programming in at least one high-level language (Java, C#, Python, Golang, JavaScript, etc.), and experience with distributed computing frameworks
  • 2+ years of engineering experience in building infrastructure using code and repeatable designs (IaC)
  • Experience in CI/CD practices and tools, specifically GitHub Actions and Jenkins, and source control systems such as Git

Nice to Have

  • Expertise in data storage, caching, and optimization (SQL and NoSQL databases)
  • Knowledge of API design and lifecycle management (REST, etc.)
  • Familiarity with security and compliance requirements in cloud-based environments
  • Proficiency in instrumentation, logging, and tracing tools (Prometheus, CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, etc.)
  • Proven solid technical expertise in cloud technologies, such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud, and experience with serverless architecture, microservices, and containerization
  • Proven solid problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think critically and propose innovative technical solutions
  • Proven excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Proven passion for continuous learning and staying up to date with the latest advancements in cloud technologies and AI/ML

Qualifications

  • Educational background is not explicitly specified in the description

Benefits & Perks

  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution
  • Flexible remote work environment

Working at UnitedHealth Group

Optum emphasizes diversity and inclusion, talent development, and a mission-driven approach to improve health outcomes. The company values continuous learning, innovation, and equitable care, fostering a supportive environment for remote work and professional growth.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 23, 2025
Salary90k-177k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceSenior

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About UnitedHealth Group

Website

unitedhealthgroup.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Eden Prairie, MN

Industry

Direct Life, Health, and Medical Insurance Carriers

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