UnitedHealth Group

Software Engineer

UnitedHealth Group$72K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of contact center technology support or software engineering experience
  • 2+ years of experience supporting Amazon Connect and NICE CXOne
  • 2+ years in production support and incident management within large enterprise environments
  • 2+ years supporting CCaaS integrations, including voice authentication solutions
  • 2+ years with monitoring tools like Splunk, CloudWatch, or equivalent
  • 2+ years analyzing applications and system logs to diagnose production issues
  • 4+ years of knowledge in contact center technologies and telephony concepts.

Responsibilities

  • Provide production support for CCaaS platforms and integrations
  • Investigate and resolve complex production incidents and service disruptions
  • Facilitate incident response and post-incident review activities
  • Monitor application health and analyze service performance
  • Coordinate vendor escalations and support for platform-related issues
  • Develop troubleshooting guides and operational documentation
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off and 8 Paid Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance options
  • 401(k) Savings Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement to support professional growth
  • Employee Assistance and Referral Bonus Programs
  • Voluntary benefits such as pet and legal insurance
  • Comprehensive benefit programs and performance rewards.
Full Job Description
CCaaS Production Support Engineer is responsible for ensuring the stability, availability, and operational health of enterprise Contact Center platforms, including Amazon Connect and NICE CXOne. This role serves as a critical escalation point for production incidents, troubleshooting, vendor engagement, and operational support activities, helping to maintain reliable customer and agent experiences across the contact center ecosystem.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Production Support & Incident Management
    • Provide production support for CCaaS platforms Amazon Connect & NICE CXOne, associated integrations, and customer contact center services
    • Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex production incidents, service disruptions, and customer-reported issues
    • Complete incident response activities, facilitate bridge calls, coordinate recovery efforts, and provide timely stakeholder communications during major outages
    • Perform detailed root cause analysis and drive corrective actions to prevent recurring issues
    • Manage incidents through their full lifecycle, ensuring accurate documentation, escalation, resolution, and post-incident review activities
    • Participate in on-call support rotations and provide after-hours support for critical business-impacting incidents
  • Application Operations
    • Monitor application health, service performance, and operational alerts across contact center technologies
    • Analyze call flows, routing behavior, agent experiences, and customer interaction paths to identify service-impacting issues
    • Support configuration validation, production deployments, and operational readiness activities
    • Review planned changes for operational risk and assist in implementation and post-deployment validation
  • Vendor & Integration Support
    • Serve as the primary operational liaison for CCaaS vendors including Amazon Connect, NICE, other third-party providers
    • Coordinate vendor escalations and drive timely resolution of platform-related issues
    • Troubleshoot integrations involving authentication, routing, APIs, voice services, and external contact center technologies
    • Ensure vendor issues are properly tracked, documented, and resolved within agreed service levels
  • Operational Excellence
    • Develop and maintain support runbooks, troubleshooting guides, knowledge articles, and operational documentation
    • Identify recurring issues and recommend process, configuration, or system improvements to enhance platform stability
    • Support problem management efforts by identifying trends, recurring defects, and opportunities for service improvement
    • Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, network, security, and application teams to resolve cross-functional production issues
    • Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement
    • Evaluate emerging trends to inform solution design and strategic innovation


What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

  • Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
  • Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
  • Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)


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 with 4+ years of contact center technology support or software engineering experience
  • 2+ years of experience supporting enterprise contact center technologies, including Amazon Connect and NICE CXOne
  • 2+ years of experience in production support, incident management, and troubleshooting within large-scale enterprise environments
  • 2+ years of experience supporting and troubleshooting CCaaS integrations, including voice authentication and fraud prevention solutions such as Pindrop
  • 2+ years of experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk, CloudWatch, Dynatrace, Grafana, Zabbix, or equivalent platforms
  • 2+ years of experience analyzing applications, system, and telephony logs to diagnose production issues
  • 2+ years of experience working in a 24x7 operational support environment with on-call responsibilities
  • 4+ years of knowledge of contact center technologies, telephony concepts, contact center routing, agent desktop support platforms, APIs, and system integrations


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting Amazon Connect, NICE CXOne, or Pindrop in a large enterprise environment
  • Experience leading major incident management and coordinating cross-functional outage response activities
  • Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP environments supporting CCaaS platforms
  • Experience with scripting and automation tools for operational support activities
  • Knowledge of ITIL Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes
  • Relevant cloud, contact center, or IT service management certifications
  • Experience leveraging enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline operational workflows and drive continuous efficiency improvements
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management 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 to $130,000 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.

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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