Optum · 6 hours ago
Sr. Java Software Engineer, Optum Tech - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $164K/yr
5+ years expOptum Tech is a global leader in health care innovation. This role involves designing and developing high-quality software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing mentorship to junior developers.
EducationHealthcarePharmaceuticalHealth CareMedical
Responsibilities
Software Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions using modern programming languages and frameworks
System Design: Collaborate with architects and other engineers to design scalable, secure, and efficient systems
Code Reviews: Conduct and participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards
Problem Solving: Analyze complex technical problems and provide innovative solutions
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, business analysts, and QA teams, to deliver software that meets business requirements
Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers and team members
Agile Practices: Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives
Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for systems, processes, and codebases
Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in applications and systems
DevOps Integration: Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure smooth deployment and monitoring of applications
Compliance: Ensure software solutions comply with industry standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements
Continuous Learning: Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
5+ years of experience in software development
Proven experience with Java
Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure
Hands-on experience with microservices architecture and RESTful APIs
Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design
Proficiency in database technologies (SQL and NoSQL)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes
Preferred
Experience with Agile methodologies
Experience with Python or similar programming languages
Knowledge of healthcare domain systems and standards (e.g., HIPAA, HL7, FHIR)
Knowledge of claims processing
Familiarity with data streaming technologies like Kafka
AI/ML related skills
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Castillo
Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
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Jay Green
Chief Financial Officer
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