Senior Software Engineer

Optum; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum Insight is hiring a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and deploy enterprise-scale software, analytics platforms, and AI-powered solutions. You will collaborate across teams to integrate ML models and intelligent automation, delivering resilient systems for health data and processes.

The role emphasizes scalable architecture, responsible AI, and CI/CD improvements, with flexible office options across multiple U.S. locations and remote work outside core areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR 4+ years of software development experience.
• 5+ years of professional software engineering delivering enterprise-level applications.
• 3+ years of experience with Java and Spring Boot.
• 3+ years designing, building, and deploying RESTful APIs, microservices, and data pipelines.
• 2+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• 2+ years in CI/CD toolchains (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI).
• Experience with AI-powered applications or ML workflows is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, deploy full-lifecycle software applications and AI-powered solutions with responsible use of AI.
• Design, build, and integrate AI capabilities, ML pipelines, and intelligent automation into enterprise software products.
• Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows and automate tasks.
• Evaluate emerging trends, frameworks, and technologies to inform design and innovation.
• Collaborate with architects, data scientists, PMs, and engineers to define requirements and specifications.
• Conduct code and architecture reviews and mentor junior engineers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve performance and integration issues across production environments.
• Drive CI/CD pipeline enhancements and automated testing for software and model workflows.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

Microservices

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

AWS

Job description

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

Job Description - Senior Software Engineer (2376977)

Senior Software Engineer - 2376977

Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Optum Insight is partnering with payers, providers, governments, and life sciences companies to simplify and enhance clinical, administrative, and financial processes through software-enabled services and analytics, while advancing value-based care as part of Optum's broader mission to help millions of people live healthier lives. Through this work, teams contribute to better health outcomes by improving how care, data, and services connect across the health system.

As a Senior Software Engineer within Optum Insight, you will be part of an innovative engineering team dedicated to designing, developing, and deploying enterprise-scale software applications, analytics platforms, and AI-powered solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate machine learning models, build intelligent automations, and architect scalable, high-performance software systems that simplify and enhance clinical, administrative, and financial processes.

If you reside near Eden Prairie, MN (MN101, MN102, MN103), Minnetonka, MN (MN006, MN017), Washington, D.C. (DC007, DC030), Cypress, CA (CA120), Atlanta, GA (GA019), Metairie, LA (LA013), Columbia, MD (MD101), Richardson, TX (TX023), San Antonio, TX (TX04X, TX547), Draper, UT (UT027), Wausau, WI (WI012), you’ll enjoy the flexibility of an office-based/remote position* as you take on some tough challenges. If not, open to remote outside of these areas.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve full-lifecycle software applications and AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with an emphasis on responsible use of AI
• Design, build, and integrate artificial intelligence capabilities, machine learning pipelines, and intelligent automation into enterprise software products
• Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous software engineering improvement
• Evaluate emerging trends, frameworks, and technologies to inform solution design, architecture, and strategic technology innovation
• Collaborate with software architects, data scientists, product managers, and engineering teams to define application requirements and solution specifications
• Conduct code and architecture reviews, provide constructive technical feedback, and mentor junior and mid-level software engineers
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve performance bottlenecks, model integration issues, and system defects across production environments
• Drive continuous integration, continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline enhancements, and automated testing for software and model workflows

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR 4+ years of software development experience
• 5+ years of professional software engineering experience delivering enterprise-level applications
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot framework development
• 3+ years of experience designing, building, and deploying AI-powered applications, machine learning workflows, or intelligent automations
• 3+ years of experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs, microservices architectures, and data pipelines
• 3+ years of experience working with relational or non-relational database management systems
• 2+ years of experience working with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• 2+ years of experience integrating AI/ML frameworks, libraries, or APIs into production software applications
• 2+ years of experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) toolchains (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Python programming for software development, data processing, or AI model integration
• Experience with cloud-native AI/ML services (e.g., AWS SageMaker, Azure OpenAI, GCP Vertex AI)
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with MLOps practices, model monitoring, versioning, and automated testing frameworks
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue.js)
• Experience working within the healthcare technology industry or regulated domain environments

*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.