Software Engineer (Full Stack Developer)

About the role

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer (Full Stack Developer) to design, develop, and support modern enterprise web applications. In this role, you will work across the full technology stack, building scalable front-end and back-end solutions using React, Node.js, .NET/C#, and Microsoft Azure. You will collaborate within Agile teams to deliver secure, high-quality software while leveraging modern development practices, cloud-native technologies, AI-assisted engineering tools, and DevOps automation.

The ideal candidate combines strong full-stack development expertise with a passion for innovation, continuous learning, and operational excellence. This role requires hands-on experience building large-scale web applications, APIs, and microservices, as well as the ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges and contribute to architecture, security, and application modernization initiatives.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and deploy full-stack features for enterprise web applications

Build and maintain scalable microservices, REST APIs, and backend services using Node.js, .NET Core/C#, and Azure cloud services

Develop responsive, component-based user interfaces using ReactJS and modern SPA frameworks

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve application issues to ensure reliability, performance, and availability

Implement secure coding practices and address application security vulnerabilities

Utilize AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot to improve engineering productivity and software delivery

Participate in Agile ceremonies, solution design, code reviews, sprint planning, and estimation activities

Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps automation, and infrastructure management using tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform

Evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation

Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and promote engineering excellence through knowledge sharing and adoption of standards

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

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline

3+ years of software engineering experience developing enterprise web applications, microservices, REST APIs, and secure solutions

3+ years of hands-on experience with .NET/C#, .NET Core, ReactJS, and Node.js

3+ years of experience building large-scale React-based SPA applications

2+ years of experience designing and building cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure

Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery teams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes

Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD/CT pipelines, and tools such as GitHub Actions and Jenkins

Experience with SQL databases, data modeling, and SQL scripting

Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform

Passion for technology, innovation, and continuous learning

Solid problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

All employees working remotely 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 $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.