Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer – UnitedHealth Group – Five Points, Wake County, US

Join UnitedHealth Group’s Optum technology team as a Senior Software Engineer, based in Five Points, Wake County. Drive innovative solutions that improve health outcomes for millions while working in a diverse, inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high‑performance software applications supporting Optum’s health‑care platforms.
• Collaborate with product owners, data scientists, and cross‑functional teams to translate business needs into technical specifications.
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and champion best practices in agile development.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring to ensure reliability and security.
• Participate in architecture discussions, evaluate emerging technologies, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, preferably in health‑care or large‑scale enterprise environments.
• Proficiency in Java, C#, Python, or similar languages; strong understanding of micro‑services, RESTful APIs, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and modern DevOps tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, effective communication, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary: $132,569.81 USD. UnitedHealth Group offers comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, flexible work arrangements, and robust career development programs.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter referencing Requisition number 2347770 through the UnitedHealth Group careers portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What technologies will I work with as a Senior Software Engineer at UnitedHealth Group?

You will work with Java, C#, Python, micro‑services architectures, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), Docker, Kubernetes, and modern DevOps tools.

Is remote work or flexible scheduling available for this position?

UnitedHealth Group offers flexible work arrangements, including remote options, depending on project needs and team agreements.

What are the key qualifications for this senior engineering role?

At least 5 years of software development experience, a degree in Computer Science or related field, strong coding skills, and experience with cloud and container technologies.