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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - **Company:** LHC Group, Inc. - **Location:** Eden Prairie, MN, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $91,700.0 - $163,700.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Mobile Application Software, Spring Framework, Node.Js, TypeScript, Data Logging, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Reliability of Systems, Backend, Containerization, Kubernetes, Azure AKS, Web Technologies, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Api Management, Docker - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us33fac4a7c3a00e06f702fbb7ea18959c/eaa ## About the Role * 3+ years of experience with front-end web technologies such as React, JavaScript, TypeScript, and/or Node.js * 3+ years of experience designing and developing back-end services using Java, Spring, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs * 3+ years of experience working on large-scale, high-throughput, or distributed applications, taking ownership of key components or services * 2+ years of hands-on experience with full-stack engineering, contributing meaningful design and implementation across both front-end and back-end layers * 2+ years of experience contributing to DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automation, monitoring, and containerization (e.g., Docker) * 1+ year of experience participating in and influencing system design, architecture discussions, and delivery planning, working closely with senior engineers and architects * 1+ year of experience demonstrating ability to identify technical improvements, refactor legacy components, and apply modern engineering practices to improve reliability, scalability, and maintainability * 1+ year of experience using communication skills to clearly explain technical concepts, review peers' code and designs, and collaborate effectively across teams Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with Azure cloud services, including compute, networking, security, and resiliency concepts * Experience supporting or contributing to mobile application backends or cross-platform systems * Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers through code reviews, design feedback, and technical guidance * Familiarity with observability practices, including logging, metrics, and alerting for production systems * Hands-on or practical exposure to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and/or orchestration platforms such as Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) ## Description 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. As a Senior Software Engineer at Optum Technology, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-throughput applications and services across the full engineering stack. In this role, you will drive key components of distributed systems, combining front-end expertise in React and TypeScript with back-end strength in Java and Spring Boot. You will collaborate closely with architects and peers, champion DevOps continuous integration and automation practices, and leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to augment development efficiency and streamline engineering workflows., * Design, develop, and maintain high-throughput, distributed back-end services using Java, Spring, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs. * Build and optimize responsive front-end user interfaces using React, JavaScript, TypeScript, and/or Node.js. * Contribute across the full-stack engineering layer, delivering scalable architecture and design implementations from UI to database and API integrations. * Participate in system design, architecture discussions, and delivery planning in close collaboration with senior engineers and architects. * Advance DevOps practices by contributing to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, monitoring, and containerization using Docker. * Identify technical improvements, refactor legacy components, and apply modern engineering practices to enhance system reliability, scalability, and maintainability. * Review peers' code and design proposals, clearly communicate technical concepts, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. * Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous operational improvement. * Evaluate emerging trends to inform solution design and strategic innovation. ## Related Videos - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)