UnitedHealth Group

Sr Software Engineer

UnitedHealth Group$91K — $163K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Science or technology
  • 4+ years of proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer, Senior Backend Engineer, or similar role
  • 4+ years of strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, microservices
  • 4+ years of experience with system design, distributed systems, and API design
  • 4+ years of experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • 4+ years of experience with CI/CD and modern software delivery practices

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design of distributed, scalable systems and microservices architectures
  • Define service boundaries, APIs, and integration patterns
  • Work on complex problem-solving initiatives and engineering execution
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote strong software engineering practices
  • Establish reusable patterns and shared components
  • Drive cloud-native solutions across AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
  • Ensure production readiness through monitoring and operational excellence

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution
  • Flexible remote work within the U.S.
Full Job Description
Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Software Engineer to drive the design, development, and evolution of scalable backend platforms. In this role, you will provide software delivery across a product-driven team, with hands-on with implementation.

You will partner closely with product managers, engineering leaders, architects, and other engineers to shape strategy, guide execution of complex initiatives, and ensure delivery of high-quality, scalable, secure, and reliable software solutions. You will innovate and maintain engineering standards, mentor junior engineers and help advance the Java and Spring Boot microservices ecosystem within an agile scrum environment.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on meaningful and complex technology challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

  • Lead the design of distributed, scalable systems and microservices architectures
  • Define service boundaries, APIs, integration patterns, and asynchronous/event-driven approaches


Technical Contributions

  • Work on complex problem-solving initiatives and engineering execution
  • Mentor junior engineers, review technical designs, and promote strong software engineering practices


Engineering Standards & Platform Practices

  • Establish reusable patterns, standards, shared components, and development guardrails
  • Drive adoption of modern engineering practices, automation-first delivery, and continuous improvement


Cloud & Distributed Systems

  • Drive cloud-native solutions across AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
  • Lead microservices, containerization, Kubernetes, and platform engineering initiatives
  • Design for scalability, resilience, performance, and cost-conscious operations


DevOps & Delivery Excellence

  • Lead CI/CD pipeline improvements, release automation, and deployment reliability
  • Improve engineering productivity through standardized tooling, automation, and delivery metrics


Reliability & Observability

  • Ensure production readiness through monitoring, logging, tracing, alerting, and operational dashboards.
  • Drive diagnostics, incident prevention, root-cause analysis, and operational excellence 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

  • Bachelor's degree in Science or technology
  • 4+ years of Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer, Senior Backend Engineer, or similar hands-on engineering role
  • 4+ years of Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, microservices, and backend service development
  • 4+ years of experience with system design, distributed systems, API design, integration patterns, and event-driven architectures
  • 4+ years of Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • 4+ years of Experience with CI/CD, DevOps tooling, release automation, and modern software delivery practices


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong understanding of scalability, performance, reliability, observability, production troubleshooting, and secure software engineering practices-Recommend moving this to preferred
  • Ability to mentor junior engineers, influence technical direction, and make high-impact decisions in ambiguous environments-Recommend moving this to preferred
  • Experience with containers and Kubernetes
  • Experience with platform engineering, shared services, reusable frameworks, or developer productivity initiatives
  • Exposure to AI/ML, conversational systems, contact center platforms, or enterprise integrations
  • Experience working in agile scrum teams with product managers, architects, engineering leaders, and cross-functional partners
  • Exposure of Healthcare domain(good to have)


*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 $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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