[Hiring] Senior Software Developer @UnitedHealth Group

Role Description

As a Senior Software Developer on our Optum Rx Software Engineering team, you will design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable full-stack applications using Node.js, React, and JavaScript within an AWS cloud environment. You will lead technical efforts in building cloud-native solutions with AWS Lambda and MySQL RDS, integrating AI-driven capabilities, and leveraging developer productivity tools to automate workflows and optimize application performance across our pharmacy services platform.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain scalable full-stack web applications and services using Node.js, React, and JavaScript.
• Architect, build, and deploy serverless microservices and cloud database solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS), utilizing services such as AWS Lambda and MySQL RDS.
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered features, tools, and automated solutions to address complex business and operational challenges while adhering to responsible AI guidelines.
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools and modern development utilities to streamline workflows, automate testing, and drive continuous software delivery improvements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and AI capabilities to inform solution architecture, system design, and strategic technical innovation.
• Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, architects, and cross-functional teams to translate pharmacy and healthcare business requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Drive code quality through continuous integration, peer code reviews, automated testing, and adherence to software engineering best practices.
• Mentor team members and contribute to technical leadership and continuous process improvements across the organization.
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with emphasis on responsible use of AI.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience in full-stack web application development using JavaScript and Node.js.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with building, deploying, and maintaining cloud applications (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
• 3+ years of experience designing, building, and integrating RESTful APIs and microservices.
• 2+ years of experience with CI/CD tools, automated testing frameworks, and modern build pipelines.
• 1+ years of experience developing, integrating, or utilizing AI-driven tools, services, or models within software applications or developer workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of software development experience.
• Experience integrating enterprise AI frameworks, machine learning APIs, or generative AI services.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration platforms (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, AWS ECS/EKS).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, or AWS CDK.
• Experience working within an Agile/Scrum software development lifecycle.
• Pharmacy benefits management (PBM) or healthcare industry domain experience.
• Software engineering experience in full-stack web application development using React, Lambda, MySQL.
• Experience working on Mac OS based development tools and workflow.
• Experience with pharmacy, EHR, and healthcare system integrations is a plus.

Benefits

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