Software Engineer - Remote Nationwide

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 71,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare firm seeks a Software Engineer to join the Clinical Decision Support team. In this role, you will develop innovative software solutions and enhance existing products that improve health outcomes for millions. Experience in software development with Java, .NET, or Python is required, and you'll enjoy flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S., contributing to meaningful healthcare solutions that directly impact system efficiency and patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Experience with front-end technologies like ReactJS and Angular.
• 1+ years of experience with Public Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test software applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Write clean and maintainable code.

Skills

Java

.NET

Python

ReactJS

Angular

Typescript

DevOps

Cloud Computing

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

Information is the lifeblood of thehealthcareindustry—everything depends on it. At Optum Insight Technology,you’ll help us work on streamlining the flow of information between payers,healthcareproviders and variousother stakeholders to deliver the right insights to the right places at the right times, driving better outcomes forpatients, reducing friction in the health system and lowering costs. Every day our work directly impacts the world forthe better, in meaningful and profound ways.

We live in a time of unprecedented technical capability and possibility.Health careis at a pivotal point in thisjourney where even small gains can lead to major transformation. You could be a part of that – you havetremendous skill and the potential to make a lasting impact. Optum Insight Technology is uniquely positioned to bring your skills tobear on these pressing and life-changing technical challenges. Thehealth careindustry has an immediateneed for your drive, innovation, passion and technical insight. Help us help the millions of people we serveeach day. #OptumInsightTech

The Clinical Decision Support (CDS) Engineering team, a unit within the Optum InsightTechnology organization is responsible for building commercial products helping payers and providers with administrative and clinician focused CDS solutions.We are seeking a leader who can bring deep expertise across software, data, and AI/ML disciplines to enhance existing CDS solutions as well as lead the development of exciting new products.CDS is an area that truly touches payers, providers, as well as members and one where you can have a huge impact on improving the healthcare system for everyone.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test software applications in accordance with established enterprise standards and best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Participate in the planning and estimation of development tasks and projects
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards
• Maintain and improve existing software applications to enhance performance and functionality

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:

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• 2+ years of experience in the software engineering profession
• 2+ years of development experience with languages such as Java, .NET, or Python
• 2+ years of development experience with front-end technologies such as ReactJS, Angular, or Typescript
• 1+ years of experience with Public Cloud

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile and Scrum
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Strong understanding of software development best practices and design patterns
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools
• Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.js

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

The salary range for this role is $71,600to $140,600annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

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.

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 Groupis a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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