[Hiring] Quality Engineer @UnitedHealth Group

Role Description

As a Quality Engineer on our technology team, you will analyze software requirements and technical specifications to build, execute, and automate comprehensive test plans. In this role, you will leverage enterprise-approved AI productivity tools and modern automation frameworks to streamline testing workflows, drive defect resolution, and elevate software quality. Working in an agile environment, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, defect-free healthcare software solutions.

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous quality improvement
• Evaluate emerging trends and testing technologies to inform solution design and strategic quality engineering innovation
• Analyze and break down software requirements and technical specifications to create, execute, and maintain test cases in Jira and test management platforms
• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using industry-standard tools (e.g., Selenium) to ensure efficient and accurate testing
• Test applications thoroughly, drive prompt resolution of defects, and establish/maintain test cases and test data
• Conduct regular reviews and inspections of automated test scripts to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and agile methodologies
• Collaborate with business users, system analysts, designers, and programmers to review project documents and support production deployments
• Run basic Linux commands for file management, command-line utilities, and system validation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of functional testing experience
• 5+ years of experience with SQL querying
• 3+ years of experience in automation testing, including test script development using programming languages such as Java or Python
• 3+ years of experience working with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration tools
• 2+ years of experience using automation tools such as Selenium, Cucumber, or similar frameworks
• 2+ years of experience with test management tools (e.g., TestRail, Quality Center/ALM, XRay, or Zephyr)
• 2+ years of experience performing REST API testing using Postman
• 1+ years of experience using AI-powered productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, or similar platforms) to improve testing efficiency and quality outcomes
• 1+ years of experience in the healthcare industry, specifically with electronic payment workflows and healthcare payment processing

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience working in an Agile/Scrum software development environment
• 1+ years of experience performing end-to-end validation of ACH payment files and ensuring compliance with NACHA formatting standards and business rules
• Highly organized and self-driven with strong multitasking capabilities and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

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.