Lead Software Engineer - Remote

Job ID: 97754475968Posted: 2026-08-01Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United StatesSalary: $112,700 - $193,200/yearJob Area: TechnologyCompany: UnitedHealth GroupOptum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 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 or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.Primary Responsibilities:Design, code, test, document, and maintain high-quality and scalable big data solutions.Help drive agile processes and mentor junior level members of the teamResearch, evaluate, and deploy new tools, frameworks and patterns to help build a sustainable big data platformIdentify gaps and opportunities for improvement of existing solutionsDefine and develop APIs for integration with various data sources in the enterpriseTranslate customer requirements into solution designMake accurate development effort estimates to assist management in project and resource planningCollaborate with management, quality assurance, architecture, and other development teamsWrite technical documentation and participate in production supportParticipate with prototypes as well as design and code reviewsKeep skills up to date through ongoing self-directed trainingThe ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can learn things quickly, who is enthusiastic and actively engagedYou'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:Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience12+ years of hands-on software development experience10+ years of development experience with Scala, Python, JSON, Web Services5+ years of experience in distributed systems technologies like Spark, Databricks, Hadoop, Snowflake5+ years of experience in relational databases (SQL)Experience with Agile/SCRUM methodology Demonstrated experience mentoring and helping others growPreferred Qualifications:4+ years of experience in Kafka or messaging services2+ years with NoSQL databases2+ years working with Docker and KubernetesExperience in infrastructure services on at least one major cloud platform (Azure preferred)Thorough understanding of service-oriented architecture (SOA) concepts*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 $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.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.