UnitedHealth Group

Senior DevOps Engineer

UnitedHealth Group$91K — $163K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of software engineering experience
  • 5+ years in Release Engineering, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or Software Engineering
  • 3+ years supporting Java applications (Spring Boot, microservices, Maven, Gradle)
  • 3+ years CI/CD experience with GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps or similar
  • 2+ years with Azure services (AKS, networking, identity, monitoring, storage)
  • 2+ years using Terraform for infrastructure management

Responsibilities

  • Lead the complete release lifecycle for Java applications on Azure
  • Design and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps
  • Build production-ready AI agents to enhance software delivery processes
  • Manage Azure infrastructure using Terraform for diverse services
  • Establish release governance and deployment readiness standards
  • Implement secure deployment strategies including blue/green and rolling releases
  • Improve release quality through automation and operational improvements

Benefits

  • Telecommute flexibility within the U.S.
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase option
  • 401k contribution available
  • Opportunities for career development and professional growth
Full Job Description
The Technical Product Manager serve as the primary bridge between business and technology teams, facilitating clear communication and decision-making in order to leverage customer insights and feedback to continuously improve Advocate Central's capabilities.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end release lifecycle for Java-based applications deployed on Azure
  • Design, implement, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps
  • Build production-ready AI agents and agent-based automation to improve software delivery, release engineering, and operational workflows
  • Build, provision, and manage Azure infrastructure with Terraform across services such as AKS, App Services, networking, storage, identity, and monitoring
  • Establish and enforce release governance, change standards, deployment readiness criteria, and environment parity practices
  • Implement and support deployment strategies including blue/green, canary, and rolling releases
  • Improve release quality, speed, resilience, and compliance through automation, observability, rollback readiness, and continuous improvement
  • Support secure software delivery practices across the SDLC, including release controls, testing standards, and operational readiness
  • Design, build, and operationalize AI agents and AI-driven automation to improve release engineering, deployment support, monitoring, triage, and engineering productivity
  • Identify and implement agent-based solutions that reduce manual effort, accelerate root cause analysis, and strengthen release reliability across the software delivery lifecycle
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues across application, pipeline, infrastructure, deployment, and automation layers
  • Partner closely with development, SRE, security, and platform teams to support stable and efficient software delivery
  • Develop reusable automation frameworks, release standards, and operational runbooks to improve consistency across teams


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:

  • Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of software engineering experience
  • 5+ years of experience in Release Engineering, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or Software Engineering
  • 3+ years of strong hands-on experience supporting Java applications, including Spring Boot, microservices, Maven, and/or Gradle
  • 3+ years of strong CI/CD experience with GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar pipeline platforms
  • 2+ years of experience with Azure services, including AKS, networking, identity, monitoring, and storage
  • 2 + years of proven experience using Terraform to manage infrastructure across the full lifecycle


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting software delivery across the SDLC, including build, test, release, deployment, and operational support practices
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Git workflows, artifact repositories, automated testing, and pipeline quality gates
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across application, build, deployment, infrastructure, and automation domains
  • Required experience designing, building, and implementing AI agents or agent-based automation for engineering, release, platform, or operational workflows
  • Strong understanding of AI-assisted automation, prompt-driven tooling, agent orchestration, and practical enterprise use cases for AI in software delivery and operations
  • Experience defining release processes, deployment controls, and operational best practices in enterprise environments
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with engineering, operations, and security stakeholders


*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.

#RPO #GREEN

About UnitedHealth Group

UnitedHealth Group is a medical facility. They offer health technology, health finance, and pharmacy services. They are utilizing clinical data and intelligence to assist in the redesign, automation, and deployment of technology to streamline administrative operations and clinical decision-making. Payment systems for both consumers and providers are critical components of a health-care system.

UnitedHealth Group Careers

Joining UnitedHealth Group means becoming part of a diverse team dedicated to making a difference. As a leader in health services and innovation, our company offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to leverage their skills, drive innovation, and improve lives. Work You’ll Do At UnitedHealth Group, you’ll contribute to a mission-focused environment where your expertise will influence the health and well-being of people worldwide. Our employment opportunities span across a wide range of disciplines, from healthcare specialists to data analysts, ensuring that your career journey is both dynamic and rewarding. Transform Healthcare with Your Expertise UnitedHealth Group stands at the forefront of health innovation. Our team collaborates to deliver solutions that lead to better patient outcomes. Working with us, you’ll find yourself at the intersection of technology, healthcare, and leadership, providing key insights that drive industry transformation. Join Our Global Team As part of our team, you’ll engage with over 300,000 professionals globally, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. UnitedHealth Group is not just a company; it’s a community where you can grow your career through continuous learning and leadership opportunities. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that every team member can thrive. UnitedHealth Group Career Development We are committed to your professional growth. Explore career paths filled with promising job opportunities and internships that will harness your potential and expand your capabilities. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, you’ll find that our career development programs support your ambition at every level. Innovative Work Environment At UnitedHealth Group, innovation is at the core of our operations. We encourage our team to bring forward-thinking ideas that challenge the status quo and lead to breakthrough improvements in patient care. Be Part of a Great Team Our culture fosters a collaborative and supportive environment where every member’s contribution is valued. Enjoy the benefits of being part of a global team that’s committed to making a difference in people’s lives. Future-Proof Your Career With UnitedHealth Group, your career is future-proof. Dive into a range of positions that offer both challenges and rewards. Our robust support system includes unmatched training, development programs, and certification support to propel your career forward. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the right position that matches your skills and interests. We are always hiring and look for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Search UnitedHealth Group jobs today and take the first step towards a fulfilling career. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can use today—all from the people who work here. Read Careers Blog Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at UnitedHealth Group.
Learn more about UnitedHealth Group
Size
350,000 employees
Market Cap
$493.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$15.4 billion
Founded
1974
5 Year Trend
+9.2%
Revenue
$257.1 billion
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