Senior Software Engineer - Java Fullstack

UnitedHealth Group; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group seeks an experienced software engineer to design, develop and deploy enterprise Java applications using Spring Boot. You will build RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure, collaborating with product teams to deliver high-quality software.

The role requires strong SQL Server expertise, proficiency with Git and CI/CD pipelines, and the ability to integrate AI capabilities into business applications while following security and coding

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience using Java and Spring Boot.
• 3+ years designing, building, and deploying cloud-native apps on Microsoft Azure.
• 3+ years working with MS SQL Server, including schema design, performance tuning, and query optimization.
• 3+ years designing and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• 3+ years using Git and automated CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy enterprise-grade Java/Spring Boot applications.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices-based solutions.
• Develop cloud-native solutions leveraging Microsoft Azure services.
• Integrate Generative AI, LLMs, AI services, or intelligent automation into applications.
• Design and optimise database solutions using MS SQL Server.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, business analysts, and DevOps teams.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

Azure

MS SQL Server

Git

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering/Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure DevOps

Job description

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:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy enterprise-grade applications using Java and Spring Boot
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices-based solutions
• Develop cloud-native solutions leveraging Microsoft Azure services
• Integrate Generative AI, LLMs, AI services, or intelligent automation capabilities into business applications
• Design and optimise database solutions using Microsoft SQL Server
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, business analysts, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software
• Participate in code reviews and enforce coding standards, security, and best practices
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement performance improvements
• Support CI/CD pipelines and release management activities
• Create technical documentation and contribute to architectural discussions
• AI User and capable of using AI tools
• Comply with all applicable Company policies, procedures, and business directives, changes including those relating to work location, team assignments, work schedules, and flexible work arrangements

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate or Postgraduate in Computer Science/Engineering/Science or related field
• 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering and enterprise application development using Java and Spring Boot
• 3+ years of experience designing, building, and deploying cloud-native applications on Microsoft Azure
• 3+ years of experience working with MS SQL Server, including schema design, performance tuning, and query optimization
• 3+ years of experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
• 3+ years of experience using version control tools (e.g., Git) and automated CI/CD pipelines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or relevant cloud architecture certification
• Experience integrating AI-powered application components, machine learning API services, or cognitive tools
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular)

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.