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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Application Development & Maintenance
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using .NET Core, C#, JavaScript, and SQL
  • Implement microservices architecture leveraging Azure Service Bus, Azure Functions, and COSMOS DB
• Cloud Engineering & Integration
  • Build and deploy cloud-native solutions using Azure, Azure Synapse, and AzureAI.
  • Integrate AI capabilities using AI Builder and Azure Cognitive Services to enhance application intelligence
• DevOps & CI/CD
  • Set up and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, ensuring automated testing, deployment, and monitoring
  • Apply DevSecOps principles to embed security into the development lifecycle
• Test Automation
  • Develop and maintain automated test suites using AccelQ and other testing frameworks to ensure high-quality releases
• Version Control & Collaboration
  • Use GitHub Copilot to accelerate development and improve code quality through AI-assisted coding
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Git-based workflows and Agile methodologies
• Data Engineering & Analytics
  • Design and optimize data pipelines and analytics solutions using Azure Synapse and SQL.
  • Ensure data integrity, performance, and security across distributed systems
• AI & Machine Learning Integration
  • Collaborate with data scientists and AI engineers to integrate predictive models and intelligent features into applications
  • Leverage AzureAI and AI Builder to create persona-driven experiences and automate decision-making
• Performance Monitoring & Optimization
  • Monitor application performance and reliability using Azure tools and implement improvements proactively
  • Conduct root cause analysis and optimize system performance across services
• Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to enhance productivity and innovation by streamlining workflows and automating repetitive tasks. Evaluate emerging trends to drive continuous improvement and strategic innovation.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development and cloud engineering
• Hands-on expertise in CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices using Azure DevOps
• Experience with SQL for data modeling, querying, and performance optimization
• Experience using GitHub Copilot for AI-assisted coding and productivity enhancement
• Solid experience with Azure services including Azure Synapse, Azure Service Bus, AzureAI, and COSMOS DB
• Knowledge of AI Builder and persona-driven AI solutions
• Familiarity with DevSecOps principles and secure software development lifecycle
• Proficiency in Python, C#, JavaScript, and .NET Core for backend and frontend development
• Exposure to AccelQ or similar test automation platforms
• Cloud & Data Engineering
  • Experience in building data pipelines and analytics solutions using Azure Synapse and COSMOS DB
  • Proven ability to design and deploy scalable cloud-native applications
• Software Development Practices
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with cross-functional teams
  • Solid understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices
  • Familiarity with microservices architecture and RESTful API development
• Soft Skills
  • Proven excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Proven solid communication and collaboration abilities
  • Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with emerging technologies

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.

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