Sr. Java Software Engineer, Optum Tech - Remote

Optum is a global leader in health care innovation, developing cutting-edge solutions to improve health systems. The Sr. Java Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing mentorship to junior developers.

Responsibilities:

• Software Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions using modern programming languages and frameworks
• System Design: Collaborate with architects and other engineers to design scalable, secure, and efficient systems
• Code Reviews: Conduct and participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards
• Problem Solving: Analyze complex technical problems and provide innovative solutions
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, business analysts, and QA teams, to deliver software that meets business requirements
• Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers and team members
• Agile Practices: Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives
• Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for systems, processes, and codebases
• Performance Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in applications and systems
• DevOps Integration: Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure smooth deployment and monitoring of applications
• Compliance: Ensure software solutions comply with industry standards, security policies, and regulatory requirements
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 5+ years of experience in software development
• Proven experience with Java
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Hands-on experience with microservices architecture and RESTful APIs
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design
• Proficiency in database technologies (SQL and NoSQL)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Experience with Python or similar programming languages
• Knowledge of healthcare domain systems and standards (e.g., HIPAA, HL7, FHIR)
• Knowledge of claims processing
• Familiarity with data streaming technologies like Kafka
• AI/ML related skills