Software Engineer - Java, Python, SQL, AI, ML

Primary Responsibilities

Understand business requirements, application architecture, and existing systems to contribute to new and enhanced solutions

Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance applications using Python and/or Java

Develop clean, reusable, and maintainable code following software engineering best practices

Design and optimize complex SQL queries, database objects, and data access layers to support application needs

Develop and consume RESTful APIs and enterprise application services

Work with cloud platforms, to deploy, monitor, and maintain applications

Build, automate, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar technologies

Implement DevOps best practices including source control, automated testing, deployment automation, and release management

Leverage AI/ML and Generative AI technologies to develop intelligent solutions and improve business processes

Collaborate with data scientists, architects, and business stakeholders to integrate AI/ML capabilities into applications

Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards, security practices, and architectural guidelines

Monitor application health, troubleshoot production issues, and implement solutions for improved reliability and performance

Demonstrate understanding of modern development methodologies and tools to develop, deploy, and maintain impactful business solutions

Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment

Take ownership of deliverables and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across engineering teams

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

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, MCA, or equivalent

1+ years of software development experience

Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar tools

Solid hands-on experience in Python and/or Java development

Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs and microservices

Experience working with cloud platforms

Experience using Git and modern source control practices

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Solid understanding of software design principles, object-oriented programming, and design patterns

Exposure to AI/ML concepts, Generative AI, LLMs, intelligent automation, or AI-assisted development

Solid proficiency in SQL, including query optimization, database design, and troubleshooting

Demonstrated solid analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills

Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Azure, AI, Cloud, or DevOps certifications

Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized application development

Experience building scalable cloud-native applications and microservices

Healthcare domain experience

Exposure to AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, LangChain, or Azure AI Studio

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.