Senior Software Engineer I

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. Primary Responsibilities

• Solution Architecture & Design + Lead the design and architecture of scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using .NET Core, C#, and Azure services + Define technical standards and best practices for cloud-native development, microservices, and event-driven architectures
• Cloud & AI Integration + Architect and implement intelligent solutions using AzureAI, AI Builder, and Azure Cognitive Services to deliver persona-driven experience + Design and optimize data pipelines and analytics platforms using Azure Synapse and COSMOS DB
• Full-Stack Development + Oversee development across the stack using JavaScript, C#, and SQL, ensuring maintainability and performance + Mentor junior developers in coding standards, design patterns, and modern development practices
• DevOps & Automation + Drive CI/CD pipeline implementation and automation using Azure DevOps, ensuring rapid and reliable deployments + Champion DevSecOps practices to embed security into every phase of the development lifecycle
• Test Strategy & Quality Assurance + Define and implement automated testing strategies using AccelQ and other tools to ensure robust and reliable software delivery + Lead code reviews and enforce quality gates across the development lifecycle
• Collaboration & Leadership + Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, architects, and data scientists to deliver end-to-end solutions + Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• AI-Driven Development + Leverage GitHub Copilot and other AI-assisted tools to accelerate development and improve code quality + Explore and integrate emerging AI technologies to enhance system capabilities and user experiences
• Performance Monitoring & Optimization + Monitor application health and performance using Azure tools, and proactively address bottlenecks and reliability issues + Conduct root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes for production incidents
• Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regard to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Typically 6+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 2+ years in a senior or lead role
• Technical Expertise + Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation using Azure DevOps + Experience with AccelQ or similar test automation platforms + Solid proficiency in Python, C#, JavaScript, and .NET Core for full-stack development + Deep understanding of Azure ecosystem including Azure Synapse, Azure Service Bus, AzureAI, and COSMOS DB + Solid grasp of DevOps and DevSecOps principles, with hands-on experience implementing secure and scalable solutions + Advanced knowledge of SQL for data modeling, querying, and performance tuning + Familiarity with AI Builder and persona-driven AI development + Proficient in using GitHub Copilot for AI-assisted coding and productivity enhancement
• Architecture & Design + Experience in building distributed systems and integrating event-driven components using Azure Service Bus + Proven ability to design and implement microservices-based architectures and cloud-native applications
• Leadership & Collaboration + Demonstrated experience mentoring junior engineers and leading technical initiatives + Solid collaboration skills with cross-functional teams including product, QA, data science, and DevOps + Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies

Builder Responsibilities Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions using no-code, low-code, and advanced platforms, translating business needs into scalable applications that enhance products, workflows, and decision-making. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.