Lead Software Engineer

Requisition number: 2385638

Job category: Technology

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 in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We live in a time of unprecedented technical capability and possibility. Health care is at a pivotal point in this journey where even small gains can lead to major transformation. You could be a part of that - you have tremendous skill and the potential to make a lasting impact. Optum Insight Technology is uniquely positioned to bring your skills to bear on these pressing and life-changing technical challenges. The health care industry has an immediate need for your drive, innovation, passion and technical insight. Help us help the millions of people we serve each day.

The FHIR Layer Exchange (FLEX) engineering team, part of the Optum Technology organization, builds and maintains interoperability software that supports CMS regulatory requirements. Our solutions enable the secure exchange of member data among payers, providers, and third-party applications.

What You'll Do:

• Lead a small engineering team in designing and developing software using AI-enabled development lifecycle (AIDLC) models

• Expand and modernize a brownfield application to support new regulations and enhance existing capabilities

Your Impact:

• Working at the forefront of health care interoperability, you will help improve how payers, providers, and members exchange and use health information-contributing to a more connected health care system for everyone.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of software applications

• Write clean, maintainable, and well documented code following established engineering standards and best practices

• Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback from senior engineers

• Collaborate with team members to translate business and technical requirements into working solutions

• Assist with troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving software defects

• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand ups, and retrospectives

• Learn and apply new tools, frameworks, and technologies as part of ongoing professional development

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:

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

• 8+ years of experience as a full stack developer

• 5+ years of experience with C# or Java

• 3+ years of healthcare IT experience

• 2+ years of basic understanding of software development concepts such as data structures, algorithms, SOLID concepts, and version control (e.g., Git)

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of Python experience

• Experience using AI in the planning and development of software

• Experience in AIDLC models

• Exposure to web technologies, APIs, or databases (SQL or NoSQL)

• Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) exposure

• Basic understanding of cloud platforms or modern DevOps concepts

• Demonstrated solid problem-solving skills and willingness to learn

• Proven excellent written and verbal communication skills

*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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.