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 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.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team in developing and delivering the next generation of scalable enterprise software and AI-powered applications. In this role, you will be part of a forward-thinking engineering team dedicated to building highly performant, secure, and automated solutions. You will have the opportunity to work with modern technologies and cloud environments to integrate intelligent capabilities, automate workflows, and design robust architectures that solve complex business and healthcare challenges. If you are passionate about writing clean code, deploying smart systems, and driving innovation through technology, we invite you to apply.

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

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable, high-performance software applications and AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with emphasis on responsible use of AI
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code while participating in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Integrate pre-trained machine learning models and Generative AI APIs into existing applications to build intelligent features, chatbot interfaces, and automations
• Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate testing, and drive continuous improvement
• Set up, optimize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automating testing and software delivery processes
• Evaluate emerging tech and AI trends to inform software design, architecture, and strategic team innovation
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior and mid-level software engineers to maintain design standards and high-quality deliverables
• Collaborate closely with product managers, system architects, and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into robust technical specifications

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

• Associate's degree
• 7+ years of professional software development experience
• 5+ years of experience with backend programming languages (such as Java, Python, Node.js, C#, or C++)
• 3+ years of experience designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• 3+ years of experience with automated testing and implementing CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)
• 1+ years of experience building applications that integrate machine learning APIs, cognitive services, or generative AI models

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience working with vector databases and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) frameworks
• Strong understanding of responsible AI principles, including data privacy, security, and fairness in software integration
• Experience building intelligent automation workflows, chat systems, or virtual assistant features
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment
• 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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