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Senior Software Engineer - Basking Ridge, NJ

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Hybrid
Basking Ridge, NJ, USA
92K-164K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Basking Ridge, NJ, USA
92K-164K Annually
Senior level
Design, implement and maintain applications using NodeJS and Java, develop AI-powered solutions, and manage all phases of software development life cycle.
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Requisition Number: 2354465
Description - External
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.
The Sr Software Engineer must be AI Builder who can contribute to the development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of machine learning models and AI-powered systems for consumer-facing platforms, under the guidance of senior engineers.
If you live near Basking Ridge, NJ, you will enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid-remote position* as you take on some tough challenges.
This position follows a hybrid schedule with three in-office days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Design, implement and maintain NodeJS & Java application within all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Develop, test, implement and maintain application software working with established processes
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Communicate effectively with other engineers and all stakeholders
  • Ability to proficiently resolve technical issues through debugging
  • Identify opportunities to fine-tune and optimize the applications
  • Willingness to learn new technologies and software development practices
  • 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 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:
  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science or IT related field
  • 6+ years of experience with applying object-oriented principles and recommended design patterns to create robust and scalable system designs
  • 5+ years of experience with developing the applications on NodeJS & Java platform (Spring Boot, REST Web Services, XML, Multi-threading, GraphQL)
  • 4+ years of experience with being proactive in identifying and escalating potential risks and impediments and coming up with alternative solutions
  • 4+ years of experience/knowledge on Docker
  • 3+ years of experience with Cloud based technologies such as AWS
  • 3+ years of experience with Micro-service Architecture
  • 3+ years of expertise with Junit or any other test framework
  • 3+ years of experience and understanding of Development processes and tools - Sonar, Jenkins, GitHub, CI/CD
  • 2+ years of experience working with MySQL or any other similar Database including writing complex join queries and SQL query tuning
  • 2+ years of experience with JMS messaging using any one platform MQ /Kafka streaming

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in teams following Agile development methodologies
  • Fundamental knowledge of algorithms and data structures
  • Proven ability to define and drive improvements in the overall quality including automation, code coverage etc.
  • Proven ability to do POC on emerging tech stack

*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.
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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