Senior Software Engineer - Remote at Optum Technology
About the Role
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer - Remote to join our team at Optum Technology. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting critical applications in production. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will leverage your expertise in cloud-enabled systems and US Healthcare Insurance to build innovative solutions that help improve health outcomes.
What You'll Do
- Develop and manage business rules in IBM ODM, including rule authoring and decision tables.
- Design and build REST and GraphQL APIs using Java.
- Implement Kafka producers and consumers with a focus on reliable message processing.
- Set up and manage deployment pipelines using GitHub Actions.
- Write JUnit tests to ensure high code coverage and identify issues using static and dynamic code analysis tools.
- Work with MySQL to design high-performance database schemas optimized for transactional workloads.
- Deploy services on Kubernetes platforms, including configuration and troubleshooting.
- Utilize observability tools like Splunk and Grafana to monitor application performance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in IT with a focus on application engineering.
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and APIs.
- Solid experience in Java, REST APIs, microservices, and SQL.
- Familiarity with AI tools and their application in engineering workflows.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with global teams.
Nice to Have
- Knowledge of US Healthcare insurance, particularly payer-side claims processing.
- Experience with CI/CD platforms such as GitHub Actions.
- Exposure to Kafka or other streaming platforms.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from $91,700 to $163,700 annually.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase options.
- Flexible remote work environment.
Join us as a Senior Software Engineer - Remote and contribute to innovative solutions that make a real difference in healthcare. Your work will directly impact the lives of many, and we are excited to see what you can bring to our team!
This Senior Software Engineer role offers a chance to work remotely while contributing to innovative healthcare solutions. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits make it an attractive opportunity.
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Who Will Succeed Here
Expert proficiency in Java and RESTful services, with hands-on experience in designing and implementing APIs that integrate with Kubernetes and MySQL databases.
Strong familiarity with CI/CD practices using GitHub Actions, demonstrating the ability to automate deployment pipelines and ensure seamless integration of code changes in a remote work environment.
Deep understanding of event-driven architecture, particularly with Kafka, and the ability to leverage IBM ODM for business rule management in complex applications.
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