Senior Software Engineer

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 92,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Optum division seeks a Senior Software Engineer to drive cloud-native infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and GCP. You will shape architecture, design, and delivery of scalable backend services and IaC frameworks.

You will champion DevSecOps, integrate security controls, and mentor engineers while enabling AI-powered automation. The role offers remote work within the U.S. with in-office expectations for certain locations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in software or cloud engineering.
• 3+ years programming experience with Java, Go, or Python.
• 3+ years deploying solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• 3+ years IaC using Terraform.
• 2+ years designing and automating CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows.
• Experience integrating security, compliance, and governance tools into cloud architectures at scale.

Responsibilities

• Design multi-cloud infrastructure, networking, and governance across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Develop and maintain Terraform IaC templates for cloud provisioning.
• Build enterprise backend microservices in Java, Go, or Python.
• Integrate cloud guardrails and automated security controls.
• Lead DevSecOps practices with security scanning and policy enforcement.
• Establish CI/CD pipelines for automated, secure software delivery.
• Design and deploy AI-powered solutions with responsible AI use.
• Utilize enterprise AI tools to streamline workflows and automation.
• Evaluate cloud and AI trends to inform roadmaps and innovations.
• Mentor engineers through technical design reviews and architecture discussions.

Skills

Cloud architecture

DevSecOps

CI/CD

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Terraform

GitHub Advanced Security

SonarQube

Prisma Cloud

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

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

Job Description - Senior Software Engineer (2389359)

Senior Software Engineer - 2389359

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.

As a Senior 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 challenging and rewarding work. For employees located in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. areas, a minimum of four days per week in the office are required.

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, provide clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role, and support your development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering, cloud engineering, or a related field
• 3+ 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
• 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
• 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
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes

*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.

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.

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.