Lead Software Engineer - Basking Ridge, NJ or Remote

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 a Lead Engineer spearheading the modernization of our healthcare payment and consumer-directed spend products, you will be at the nexus of innovation and transformation in the healthcare industry. You will lead the charge in revolutionizing legacy systems, migrating them to cutting-edge cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, ensuring unparalleled scalability, performance, and reliability. Your expertise will drive the development of state-of-the-art payment solutions and consumer-focused products, seamlessly integrating advanced technologies to enhance user experience and operational efficiency. You will guide and mentor a dynamic team of engineers, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. By implementing rigorous quality assurance practices and leveraging automated testing frameworks, you will ensure the robustness and reliability of our solutions. Your role will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and stakeholders, to translate complex business requirements into transformative technical solutions. With a solid emphasis on security and compliance, you will safeguard sensitive data and ensure adherence to industry regulations. Join us in this pivotal role and lead the transformation of healthcare payment systems, delivering groundbreaking solutions that will shape the future of the industry!

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 Development:
  
  
  
  
  • Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance, and reliable Java-based applications
  • Architect and implement cloud-native solutions using platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Develop and maintain front-end and back-end components of the application, ensuring seamless integration
  
  
  
  
• Modernization Initiatives:
  
  
  
  
  • Drive the modernization of legacy systems by re-architecting and migrating them to modern cloud-based platforms
  • Evaluate and implement appropriate technologies and frameworks to enhance the platform's performance and maintainability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define modernization strategies, timelines, and deliverables
  
  
  
  
• Technical Leadership:
  
  
  
  
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices in coding, architecture, and security
  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, and apply them to improve the platform.
  
  
  
  
• Full-Stack Development:
  
  
  
  
  • Develop responsive and user-friendly front-end interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js)
  • Implement robust and efficient back-end services using Java and related technologies (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate)
  • Ensure seamless communication between front-end and back-end systems through RESTful APIs and other integration methods
  
  
  
  
• Cloud Infrastructure:
  
  
  
  
  • Design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes
  • Monitor and optimize cloud resources for cost, performance, and security
  
  
  
  
• Quality Assurance:
  
  
  
  
  • Develop and execute unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure the quality and reliability of the software
  • Collaborate with QA teams to identify and resolve defects and performance issues
  • Implement automated testing frameworks to streamline the testing process
  
  
  
  
• Collaboration and Communication:
  
  
  
  
  • Work closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
  • Participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
  • Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle
  
  
  
  
• Security and Compliance:
  
  
  
  
  • Implement and enforce security best practices to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with relevant regulations
  • Perform regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities
  
  
  
  

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 or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field
• 8+ years of professional experience in full-stack software development, with a solid emphasis on Java and related frameworks such as Spring Boot and Hibernate
• 3+ years of proven experience in designing, deploying, and managing applications on at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with specific cloud infrastructure services, including EC2, S3, Lambda, Kubernetes, and Docker
• 3+ years of experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs
• 3+ years of demonstrated experience with automated testing frameworks and tools such as JUnit, Selenium, and Postman
• 3+ years of demonstrated experience in leading and mentoring engineering teams, including the ability to guide junior developers and foster a collaborative team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Developer)
  
• Experience in modernizing legacy systems and migrating them to cloud-based platforms
• Experience with microservices architecture and serverless computing
• Familiarity with database systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and data modeling
• Familiarity with modern DevOps practices and tools
• Solid knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git) and branching strategies
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile/Scrum
• Understanding of compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and the ability to ensure systems meet regulatory standards
• Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing security measures in software development
• Proven ability to stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, and apply them to improve the platform
• Proven to be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proven solid attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software
• Proven adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies and take on new challenges
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget
• Proven excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
• Proven solid communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders
• Proven solid focus on writing clean, maintainable, and testable code

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

The salary range for this role is $106,800 to $194,200 annually 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.

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