Software Engineer

UnitedHealth Group; Bridgeton (MO); A distancia; USD 73.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase program

401(k) contribution

Descripción de la vacante

Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, seeks a Software Engineer to design and deploy enterprise applications using Python and C# across Oracle, SQL Server, and SQLite environments. You will build CI/CD pipelines, containerized Docker solutions, and automate unit tests while integrating AI-powered tools to optimize workflows.

You will telecommute from anywhere in the U.S. and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust tooling for client onboarding, database conversions, and API

Formación

• 3+ years of experience with Oracle database environments.
• 3+ years of experience with SQL Server database environments.
• 3+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, OCI, or Azure).
• 2+ years of software development experience using Python.
• 2+ years of experience with CI/CD workflows, version control, automated testing, and deployment processes.
• 2+ years of experience with API testing and documentation tools.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, maintain, and deploy object-oriented enterprise applications using Python and C# within Oracle, SQL Server, and SQLite database environments.
• Build, optimize, and maintain automated deployment scripts, CI/CD pipelines, Docker containerized solutions, and unit test automation.
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions and automated tools to address business challenges, streamline workflows, client onboarding, database conversions, and API onboarding.
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools and modern technologies to automate operational tasks and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide business-hour production triage and floor support, collaborating directly with onshore print facility and operational teams for real-time troubleshooting and communication.
• Create technical documentation and solution design artifacts, including class and sequence diagrams, while actively participating in peer code reviews.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and lead technical demonstrations for cross-functional stakeholders.
• Evaluate emerging technical trends to inform solution architecture and strategic platform innovations.

Conocimientos

Python

C#

CI/CD

API testing

Cloud platforms

Unit testing

Code reviews

Mentoring

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Herramientas

Oracle

SQL Server

SQLite

Docker

Grafana

GitHub

SOAPUI

Postman

Swagger

Descripción del empleo

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 startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position requires specialized knowledge in high-revenue payment systems and onshore print facility operations. Supporting business-hour production triage, the Software Engineer works directly with operational teams to deliver robust toolsets for client onboarding, database conversions, and API onboarding. The role involves designing and maintaining object-oriented enterprise applications in Python and C#, supporting Oracle, SQL Server, and SQLite database environments, and building deployment scripts, CI/CD workflows, Docker containerization solutions, Grafana-supported monitoring tools, and automated unit testing. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to participate in solution design using class and sequence diagrams, peer reviews, and technical documentation. Additionally, you will build and deploy innovative AI-powered tools and automations to streamline workflows and drive operational excellence. Real-time communication, coordination, and print floor troubleshooting are essential to delivering impact in this role.

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, maintain, and deploy object-oriented enterprise applications using Python and C# within Oracle, SQL Server, and SQLite database environments
• Build, optimize, and maintain automated deployment scripts, CI/CD pipelines, Docker containerized solutions, and unit test automation
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions and automated tools to address business challenges, streamline workflows, client onboarding, database conversions, and API onboarding
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools and modern technologies to automate operational tasks and drive continuous improvement
• Provide business-hour production triage and floor support, collaborating directly with onshore print facility and operational teams for real-time troubleshooting and communication
• Create technical documentation and solution design artifacts, including class and sequence diagrams, while actively participating in peer code reviews
• Mentor less experienced engineers and lead technical demonstrations for cross-functional stakeholders
• Evaluate emerging technical trends to inform solution architecture and strategic platform innovations

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:

• 3+ years of experience working with Oracle database environments
• 3+ years of experience working with SQL Server database environments
• 3+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, OCI, or Azure)
• 2+ years of software development experience using Python
• 2+ years of experience with CI/CD workflows, version control (e.g., GitHub), automated testing, and deployment processes
• 2+ years of experience with API testing and documentation tools (e.g., SOAPUI, Postman, Swagger)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience with C# enterprise application development
• Knowledge of payment and print systems, including healthcare payment formats (e.g., 835 claim payment/advice)
• Experience supporting onshore print facility operations and real-time production troubleshooting
• Experience with Grafana platform integration, server installation, and batch job management
• Experience building, customizing, or deploying enterprise AI automation solutions or intelligent tools
• Experience working within Agile development methodologies
• Demonstrated experience mentoring team members and presenting technical demonstrations

*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 $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.

#RPO #GREEN