Lead Cloud Software Engineer - Remote

Optum; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase plan

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum Tech is seeking a Lead Software Engineer on the OCPN Cloud Platform Team to drive the architecture, design, development, and operation of multi-cloud infrastructure across Azure, AWS, and GCP. You will lead IaC frameworks and backend services.

This role champions DevSecOps, AI-powered automation, and scalable cloud governance, mentoring engineers through reviews and architecture discussions while promoting best practices.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional software or cloud engineering experience.
• 3+ years deploying solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with IaC using Terraform and multi-cloud architectures.
• Experience integrating security and governance into cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design multi-cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Develop IaC templates with Terraform for provisioning.
• Build backend microservices in Java, Go, or Python.
• Integrate cloud guardrails and security controls.
• Lead DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop AI-powered automation to optimize workflows.
• Promote engineering excellence and AI-assisted tooling.

Skills

Java

Go

Python

DevSecOps practices

CI/CD

Cloud architectures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub Advanced Security

SonarQube

Prisma Cloud

Job description

Optum Tech is a global leader in health care innovation. Our teams develop cutting-edge solutions that help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. From advanced data analytics and AI to cybersecurity, we use innovative approaches to solve some of health care's most complex challenges. Your contributions here have the potential to change lives. Ready to build the next breakthrough? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Lead Software Engineer on the OCPN Cloud Platform Team, you will drive the architecture, technical design, development, delivery, and operationalization of cloud-native, resilient, and secure infrastructure across Azure, AWS, and GCP. You will lead cutting-edge initiatives focused on cloud governance, networking, security, and automation while designing scalable backend services and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) frameworks.

In this role, you will champion modern software engineering principles, robust DevSecOps practices, and AI-powered automation to streamline workflows, strengthen security and compliance, and deliver high-impact cloud capabilities across the enterprise. You will also promote engineering excellence and best practices, including the responsible use of AI-assisted engineering tools.

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, architect, and implement multi-cloud infrastructure, networking, and governance frameworks across AWS, Azure, and GCP
• Develop and maintain scalable Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using Terraform to automate cloud resource provisioning and configuration management
• Build enterprise-grade backend microservices and automation tools using Java, Go, or Python
• Collaborate with enterprise security and compliance teams to integrate cloud guardrails, policy enforcement, and automated security controls into cloud platforms
• Lead the adoption of DevSecOps practices by integrating security scanning, vulnerability management, secrets management, policy enforcement, and compliance validation throughout the software development lifecycle
• Establish and mature DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines to support automated, secure, and reliable software delivery
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions and automation capabilities to address complex engineering and operational challenges, with an emphasis on responsible AI use
• Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline software development workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and drive continuous platform improvement
• Evaluate emerging cloud and AI technology trends to inform solution design, technical roadmap development, and strategic innovation
• Mentor and guide engineers through technical design reviews, code reviews, architecture discussions, and the adoption of cloud engineering best practices

You’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

• 8+ years of professional experience in software engineering, cloud engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on programming experience with Java, Go, or Python
• 3+ years of experience architecting, building, and deploying solutions on public cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
• 3+ years of experience authoring and managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform
• 2+ years of experience designing and automating CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
• Demonstrated experience integrating security, compliance, and governance tools into cloud architectures at scale

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• Professional certifications in public cloud platforms, such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or GCP Professional Cloud Architect, or the HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate certification
• Demonstrated experience operating in multi-cloud environments with hands-on expertise across AWS, Azure, and GCP
• Experience using modern AI-assisted development tools to accelerate engineering, automation, and testing workflows
• Experience with DevSecOps and cloud security tooling, such as GitHub Advanced Security, SonarQube, Prisma Cloud or similar solutions.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes
• All employees working remotely 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 $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.