Lead Software Engineer - Remote

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.Job Description - Lead Software Engineer - Remote (2382780)Lead Software Engineer - Remote - 2382780Optum Tech is a global leader in health care innovation. Our teams develop cutting-edge solutions that help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. From advanced data analytics and AI to cybersecurity, we use innovative approaches to solve some of health care's most complex challenges. Your contributions here have the potential to change lives. Ready to build the next breakthrough? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.As a Lead Software Engineer within Optum Rx, you will bridge high-level software architecture, cross-platform engineering, and technical team leadership. In this role, you will define and scale micro-product and API ecosystems that power web, mobile, and digital pharmacy channels across diverse client environments. You will lead hands-on development across web (React.js, Next.js) and mobile (React Native) platforms, driving architectural governance, code quality, and performance optimization. Additionally, you will champion artificial intelligence as a key driver of software engineering efficiency and application innovation, embedding enterprise AI capabilities, ethical AI standards, and modern automation across your engineering team to deliver impactful healthcare solutions.You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis, Schaumberg, IL or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.Primary ResponsibilitiesArchitect scalable, reusable front-end solutions spanning web (React.js) and mobile (React Native) ecosystems for Optum Rx digital platformsEstablish monorepo strategies (e.g., TurboRepo, Nx) and code-sharing mechanisms to maximize development speed across web and mobile applicationsDefine and scale micro-product and API ecosystems powering web, mobile, and customer channels with minimal integration complexityProvide hands-on engineering leadership by actively contributing code, conducting pull request reviews, and establishing front-end coding standardsOversee performance optimization across web (Core Web Vitals) and mobile applications (reducing bridge traffic, layout rendering, and app bundle sizes)Implement robust testing infrastructure encompassing unit, integration, and end-to-end (E2E) automation testingPartner with UI/UX designers and backend engineers to evaluate design feasibility and align on RESTful and GraphQL API structuresManage the application deployment lifecycle across web hosting platforms and mobile application stores (Apple App Store and Google Play Console)Integrate enterprise AI capabilities into team workflows, setting clear development goals to accelerate AI adoption and engineering efficiencyChampion the ethical use of AI technologies by ensuring transparency, fairness, data privacy, and accountability throughout the software development lifecycleStrategically leverage AI tools and intelligent automation to solve complex engineering challenges, optimize platform delivery, and drive business valueMentor and upskill engineering team members through workshops, code reviews, and technical guidance, driving team capability growthYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications5+ years of software engineering experience developing and deploying scalable web and mobile applications5+ years of experience with React.js and React Native cross-platform development3+ years of technical leadership experience, including leading code reviews, establishing architectural guidelines, and mentoring engineersExperience integrating RESTful and GraphQL APIs into front-end applicationsExperience with full-stack technology stacks including Java, Node.js, or Next.jsExperience leading application releases across Apple App Store and Google Play ConsoleExperience driving the adoption of modern developer tooling, continuous integration automation, or enterprise AI capabilities across software engineering teamsPreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)Experience with monorepo tooling such as TurboRepo or NxExperience optimizing Core Web Vitals, mobile app bundle sizes, and rendering performanceExperience establishing end-to-end automation testing suites for web and mobile platformsExperience designing micro-product architecture for digital pharmacy or healthcare ecosystemsExperience establishing ethical governance, transparency, and best practices for AI-driven software engineering workflows*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.a comprehensive benefits packageincentive and recognition programsequity stock purchase401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)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.UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.J-18808-Ljbffr