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 start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.**

As Software Developer, you will work as an Optum Engineer and developer to create cutting edge applications that support complex healthcare transactions. You will work closely with Optum product and engineering teams in India and the United States to design and develop enterprise scalable solutions.

You will be responsible for assisting in the design, development, and maintenance of web applications using the .NET framework and C# programming language. This role requires a basic understanding of web development principles, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about gaining experience in web development and be eager to contribute to the development of efficient and scalable web solutions. Additionally, you will have the chance to expand your knowledge in the emerging field of Generative AI.

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

**Primary Responsibilities:**

+ Design and develop product features and components in collaboration with business and IT stakeholders

+ Software development using Visual Studio, .NET, C#, Python, SQL, MongoDB and other technologies

+ Support cloud-based deployments using containers within Azure and/or AWS hosting environments

+ Develop new user experiences using the newest web technologies including HTML 5, CSS 3, JavaScript frameworks, and Web Components

+ Create architecture prototypes of new components and integration patterns using various protocols via JSON, SOAP, RESTful services/endpoints

+ Support customer implementations and aid our product consultants in complex configurations

+ Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in web development

+ Conduct testing of web applications to identify and resolve functionality and usability issues

+ Collaborate with team members to improve development processes and enhance code quality

+ Assist in the integration of Generative AI technologies into our web applications

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 developing in a collaborative software development environment

+ 3+ years with .NET, C#, Visual Studio and architecture/design tools

+ 2+ years working with HTML, CSS and JavaScript

+ 1+ years of working with Microsoft SQL Server DDL and DML

+ Agile development experience

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Experience building and deploying software programs to cloud vendors including Microsoft Azure and AWS

+ Experience working with HTML 5, CSS 3, JavaScript frameworks, Python, and Web Components

+ Insurance or Healthcare domain experience including front office/sales models or internal actuarial/underwriting models

+ Proven solid communication and documentation skills

+ Proven solid planning and organizational skills

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

**California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only:** The salary range for this role is $70,200 to $137,800 annually. 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.

**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 employers 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 Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment_