AEM Engineer

Job ID: 99356735024Posted: 2026-08-30Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United StatesSalary: $72,800 - $130,000/yearJob Area: TechnologyCompany: UnitedHealth GroupOpportunities at Optum, in strategic partnership with Allina Health. As an Optum employee, you will provide support to the Allina Health account. 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.Join our dynamic technology team where you will design, build, and optimize scalable enterprise digital web experiences using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) full stack architecture. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end implementation of web solutions by developing custom backend OSGi services, Java servlets, Sling models, and workflows, while building modern HTL components, responsive frontend applications, and Headless AEM architectures (GraphQL/Content Fragments). Additionally, you will leverage enterprise-approved AI tools and automations to streamline software development workflows and drive continuous technical innovation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners across UX, analytics, QA, and platform architecture to deliver performant, secure, and accessible digital platforms.You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges.Primary Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain custom fullstack AEM solutions using Java, OSGi, Apache Sling, JCR, HTL, and modern frontend frameworks.Build AEM components, page templates, dialogs, client libraries, OSGi services, servlets, and workflows.Implement Headless AEM solutions using Content Fragments, Experience Fragments, and GraphQL APIs.Integrate AEM with enterprise backend applications, RESTful services, and third-party APIs.Optimize web application performance, Core Web Vitals, accessibility (WCAG), and responsive user interfaces.Conduct code reviews, unit testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) delivery.Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with emphasis on responsible use of AI.Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement.Evaluate emerging trends to inform solution design and strategic innovationWhat 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 HolidaysMedical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving accountDental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase PlanEducation ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramVoluntary 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 directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or 4+ years equivalent software development experience5+ years of software engineering experience across full stack web development3+ years of AEM development experience (AEM 6.5 or AEM as a Cloud Service)3+ years of experience with Java, OSGi frameworks, Apache Sling, and JCR APIs3+ years of experience with frontend web development (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, responsive web design)2+ years of experience building custom AEM components using HTL/Sightly, dialogs, client libraries, OSGi services, and servletsPreferred Qualifications: Experience utilizing AI-assisted software development tools and AI tools to accelerate coding, debugging, and test automationExperience with Headless AEM, Content Fragments, Experience Fragments, and GraphQL APIsExperience integrating RESTful Web Services, microservices, and third-party APIsExperience with modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, or Angular)Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Cloud Manager, Jenkins), and Agile delivery methodologiesExperience with web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA/ARIA), SEO, and Core Web Vitals optimizationStrong troubleshooting, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyPay 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 $72,800 to $130,000 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.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.#RPO, #GREEN