Senior Software Engineer

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.

As a Sr Software Engineer on the Consumer Engineering - Rewards team at Optum Technology, you will contribute directly to the core UHC Rewards Platform. You will be responsible for ensuring technical correctness, system availability, and an outstanding user experience across web and mobile platforms. In this role, you will design and develop scalable distributed systems using Java, Spring Boot, SQL databases, and AWS, while leveraging enterprise-approved tools to streamline engineering workflows and drive operational efficiency.

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain high-performance, scalable distributed systems for the UHC Rewards core platform across web and mobile platforms
• Develop backend microservices and cloud-native architectures using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS services
• Design, optimize, and maintain SQL databases ensuring transactional correctness, query efficiency, and data integrity
• Implement robust software testing patterns and frameworks to guarantee platform reliability, performance, and continuous integration
• Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement
• Evaluate emerging trends to inform solution design and strategic innovation
• Participate in technical design sessions, enforce architectural standards, conduct code reviews, and mentor team members

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

• Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

You'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 Qualifications:

• Master's degree with 3+ years of software engineering experience, OR Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of software engineering experience
• 5+ years of software development experience using Java and Spring Boot
• 4+ years of experience working with SQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) including transactions and query optimization
• 3+ years of hands-on experience building, deploying, and maintaining applications in AWS
• 3+ years of experience with distributed systems architecture and microservices design
• 3+ years of experience implementing testing patterns, automated testing frameworks, and CI/CD practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience supporting web and mobile core platform integrations
• Experience utilizing enterprise-approved AI developer tools to optimize coding efficiency, test automation, and software delivery
• Experience in consumer rewards, health engagement, or healthcare technology platforms
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

*All Telecommuters 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 $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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.

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