Sr Software Engineer

Our Company

Optum Rx is helping people access safe and effective prescription medications and therapies at more affordable costs than those charged by manufacturers as part of Optum's mission to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team supports better health outcomes by connecting people to the pharmacy benefits, medications, and services they need to feel their best. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Summary

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 

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. 

Required 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. (Eg, 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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

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