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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Software Engineer within our engineering team in Noida, you will be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking group dedicated to building high-performance, scalable solutions that power the health care system. This is a backend-heavy role (approximately 70% backend, 30% frontend) where you will design and develop robust APIs, microservices, and real-time data streaming pipelines while also contributing to modern, intuitive user interfaces. You will have the opportunity to leverage cloud technologies, relational and non-relational databases, and explore cutting-edge AI capabilities to streamline workflows and deliver high-quality, impactful software solutions.
Primary Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of professional software development experience
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5+ years of professional experience designing and developing backend applications using Java and Spring Boot/Spring MVC
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3+ years of professional experience with Angular for modern frontend development
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3+ years of experience working with MongoDB or other NoSQL database technologies
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Experience implementing real-time messaging or streaming solutions with Apache Kafka
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Experience developing backend scripts or components utilizing Python
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Experience building and deploying applications in a cloud environment (e.g., Azure, AWS, or GCP)
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience working with Generative AI (GenAI) technologies, large language models (LLMs), or prompt engineering workflows
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Familiarity with Machine Learning (ML) concepts, frameworks, and integration of models into software applications
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Understanding of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
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Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and Microservices architecture
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Proven problem-solving skills and ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced agile environment
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.
