Senior Software Engineer II JAVA FSD react

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.
Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software applications using the latest React, Java and Spring Boot technologies in cloud (Azure/OCI) .
• Create optimal design adhering to architectural best practices; considers scalability, reliability and performance of systems
• Perform analysis on failures, propose design changes, and encourage operational improvements
• Propose sound design/coding decisions keeping customer experience in the forefront
• Contribute to code reviews and automated testing to maintain code quality and improve efficiency. Provide guidance on engineering best practices and compliance with development proceduresOwn all aspects of product development by following compliance and security best practices
• Review tasks critically and ensures they are appropriately priortise and sized for incremental delivery; anticipates and communicates blockers and delays before they require escalation
• Lead and mentor a team of software developers, providing guidance and support throughout the development lifecycle
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, develop innovative solutions, and ensure code quality. Assist in documenting production support processes in the cloud environment and ensure knowledge transfer within the team. Identify and implement process improvements to optimise team performance and delivery in cloud (Azure/OCI)
• Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and product managers to ensure alignment and transparency
• Participate in Agile development methodologies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Contribute to a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry best practices
• Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in React (primary), Java and Spring Boot technologies (secondary)Strong development background on full stack end-to-end technologies - both front end and back end. React, Javascript, Java, Spring Boot tech stacks, CI/CD, Cloud

• Understanding of Software Development Principles:

• Solid understanding of software development principles, including object-oriented programming (OOP), data structures, algorithms, and design patterns

• Ability to apply these principles to build scalable and maintainable Java applications

• Knowledge of Security Best Practices:

• Understanding of security principles and best practices in web application development

• Familiarity with concepts such as authentication, authorization, data encryption, secure coding practices, and protection against common web vulnerabilities like cross-site scripting (XSS), cross-site request forgery (CSRF), and SQL injection

• Proficiency in Version Control Systems: Experience with version control systems like Git, including knowledge of branching, merging, resolving conflicts, and utilizing Git workflows effectively

• Database Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of relational databases like Oracle or PostgreSQL, including knowledge of SQL queries, database design principles, and the ability to interact with databases from Java applications

• Understanding of the principles and concepts of microservices architecture
• Knowledge of designing, developing, and deploying scalable and loosely coupled microservices

• This includes familiarity with API gateways, service discovery, load balancing, fault tolerance, and communication patterns such as REST and message queues

• Testing and quality assurance: Knowledge of testing frameworks like JUnit, or Selenium for writing and executing tests, as well as understanding the importance of code quality and test coverage

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies: Understanding of Agile development methodologies like Scrum or Kanban, including concepts like sprints, user stories, and backlog management
• Debugging and problem-solving skills: Proven ability to troubleshoot and debug code, identify and fix issues, and find solutions to problems
• Collaboration and communication: Proven ability to work in a team, communicate effectively, and collaborate with other developers, designers, and stakeholders
• Continuous learning mindset: Proven eagerness to learn new technologies, frameworks, and best practices, as well as staying updated with the latest trends in software development
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills: Proven ability to analyze problems, break them down into smaller tasks, and come up with effective solutions
• Attention to detail: Paying close attention to details, writing clean and maintainable code, and following coding standards and best practices
• Self-motivation and proactiveness: Taking initiative, being self-driven, and continuously seeking opportunities to improve skills and contribute to the team's success

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.