Senior Software Engineering Lead

Taleo; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Hyderabad is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Lead to drive modernization of PBM solutions, blending legacy COBOL/IBM i with modern Java services and APIs. You will lead design, development, testing, and deployment across batch loads, BLE, and related functions.

The role requires 5+ years of software engineering, COBOL/Java expertise, and a track record in Agile SDLC, with focus on reliability, performance, security, and regulatory compliance in healthcare tech.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience.
• 3+ years of COBOL application development experience in an enterprise environment.
• 2+ years of Java application development experience.
• Advanced knowledge of COBOL (CBL/CBLLE), CLLE, DB2 for i, Java, Spring Framework, RESTful APIs, and distributed architectures.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise across the software development lifecycle for enterprise-scale RxClaim solutions.
• Work across IBM i (AS/400) applications, batch processing, APIs, and Java services to drive modernization.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and flexible work arrangements while delivering reliable solutions.

Skills

COBOL

Java

DB2

Batch Processing

Spring Framework

RESTful APIs

Agile methodologies

Cloud

IBM i (AS/400)

Tools

IBM i (AS/400)

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - Senior Software Engineering Lead (2385512)

Senior Software Engineering Lead - 2385512

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Software Engineer with deep expertise in both RxClaim legacy technologies (COBOL/IBM i) and modern Java-based application development to drive the enhancement, maintenance, and modernization of critical Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) solutions supporting RxClaim Batch Loads and Extracts (BLE) and related business functions.

The successful candidate will play a key role in transforming legacy business capabilities into scalable, maintainable, and cloud-aligned solutions while ensuring the ongoing reliability, performance, security, and compliance of critical healthcare applications. This position requires a strong balance of hands-on technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to influence technical direction across multiple workstreams.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise across the software development lifecycle, driving the design, development, testing, implementation, and support of enterprise-scale solutions within the RxClaim ecosystem
• Work across IBM i (AS/400) applications, high-volume batch processing systems, APIs, event-driven integrations, and Java-based services while partnering with architects, product teams, business stakeholders, and engineering teams to advance strategic modernization initiatives
• 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:

• 5+ years of software engineering experience
• 3+ years of COBOL application development experience in an enterprise environment
• 2+ years of Java application development experience
• Solid experience with:
  • COBOL
  • DB2
  • Batch Processing
  • Production Support
• Experience working within Agile and SDLC methodologies
• Advanced knowledge of COBOL (CBL/CBLLE), CLLE, DB2 for i, Java, Spring Framework, RESTful APIs, and distributed application architectures
• Proven solid analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience integrating legacy systems with modern platforms, cloud technologies, automation frameworks, and AI-assisted development practices

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 committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

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.