Senior Software Engineer I JAVA FSD

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:

• Lead full-stack development using Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, BPM Tools (CORDYS/AppWorks), JPA, Hibernate, and PostgreSQL, Web Services, JMS, KAFKA Java with UI (Angular/React) and Micro Service Architecture experience Hands-on experience in developing Cloud based applications Solid hands-on knowledge in PL/SQL and Oracle database Good knowledge of Linux and Linux based tools Application build & deployment using Jenkins/CICD tools Hands-on in using design patterns
• Work with cloud technologies, especially Microsoft Azure, and containerization tools like Kubernetes and Docker
• Utilize GitHub, GitHub Actions, and other DevOps tools for CI/CD and automation
• Apply AI-powered development tools such as GitHub Copilot, MS 365 Copilot, and Cursor to accelerate development and improve code quality
• Leverage Generative AI to optimize workflows and enhance productivity
• Code Review and produce high-quality code, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards
• Oversee design and planning of user stories, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Contribute to solutioning for Epics and implementation tasks, adapting existing patterns to build robust solutions
• Be able to understand and align with client strategy and commercial direction, integrating technology effectively
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly across teams and stakeholders
• Drive automation initiatives to reduce development and operational overhead
• 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 regard 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

• Graduate degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of hands-on development experience with solid foundations in software engineering and architecture
• Experience with Azure Cloud and cloud-native application development
• Solid understanding of DevOps tools and practices: Sonar, Jenkins, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes
• Proven solid grasp of software engineering principles: object-oriented design, algorithms, data structures, debugging, usability, and configuration management
• Good work experience in using test automation tools; preferably Selenium. Hands-on in using design patterns - Good knowledge and experience in application support solid analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Proven excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build solid relationships across teams
• Proven ability to perform functional, regression and system integration tests
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture