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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - **Company:** Optum, Inc - **Location:** Richardson, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $91,700.0 - $163,700.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Multitier Architecture, Agile Methodology, Component-Based Software Engineering, Unit Testing, Code Review, Database Applications, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Elasticsearch, Github, Microsoft SQL Server, NoSQL, Oracle (Applications), Software Architecture, Fortify (Software), Service-Oriented Architecture, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, SonarQube, SQL Stored Procedures, PL-SQL, Web Services, .NET Core, ReactJS, AngularJS, Enterprise Integration, Search Engines, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Code Restructuring, Artifactory, Web Api, Microservices - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17773880?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17773880%2FSenior-Software-Engineer-Texas-Richardson ## About the Role * 6+ years of software development experience * 4+ years of recent experience with Web API and web service development * 3+ years of experience in API & Integrations: Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs * 2+ years of recent experience focused on .NET Core web related technologies * 2+ years of experience with DevOps & CI/CD: Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Artifactory, Fortify Scan, SonarQube) * 1+ years of recent experience with Angular or React front end development * 1+ years of experience designing and developing data-driven applications using RDMBS (SQL Server, Oracle, PL/SQL) and/or NoSQL datastores Preferred Qualifications: * 1+ years of development with Elasticsearch or like search engine * Experience in deploying applications on public cloud infrastructure * Experience as a Senior Developer * Experience in banking/financial/healthcare domain * Demonstrated solid background in designing RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and service-oriented architecture * Demonstrated flexibility to work across a variety of software-related disciplines: solution design, agile development, unit testing and refactoring * Expertise in optimizing high-traffic, real-time payment processing systems for latency and throughput *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. ## Description * Design and develop software applications and application components in an agile environment using .NET Core and Angular * Create high-quality software by conducting peer design/code reviews and developing automated test cases * Software architecture and design using established design patterns such as Vertical Slice Architecture, Clean Architecture, and GoF design patterns * Creates and updates SQL stored procedures * Read, analyze, and refactor code to a more efficient or maintainable solution * Act as a hands-on engineer, leading by example and working independently * Builds production-ready features and capabilities adhering to best engineering standards * Share knowledge internally with peers and leaders, acting as a resource for teams and business units within areas of expertise * Guide and mentor junior engineers within the organization * Analyzes and investigates production issues as they arise You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. ## Related Videos - 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