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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** Unitedhealth Group Inc - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $91,700.0 - $163,700.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Data Governance, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Web Services, Google Cloud, System Availability, Information Technology, Non-relational Database, Functional Programming, Restful APIs, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** August 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/bc404018-2be0-4e9f-a183-90d7f6e84900 ## About the Role * 7+ years of professional software engineering experience designing, building, and deploying enterprise-grade applications * 5+ years of hands-on experience with one or more modern object-oriented or functional programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, or Go) * 3+ years of experience designing and interacting with relational or non-relational database systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or MongoDB) * 3+ years of experience developing RESTful APIs, web services, and microservices architecture * 2+ years of experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) tools and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform), * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) * Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes * Experience with Agile development practices and tools (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, Jira) * Experience with automated testing frameworks and test-driven development (TDD) methodologies * Knowledge of healthcare industry data standards, security protocols, and compliance requirements ## Description As a Senior Software Engineer, you will join an innovative team dedicated to building high-performance, scalable software solutions that improve health outcomes and streamline operations. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain critical software systems, collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams, product management, and architectural leads. You will leverage modern technologies, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines to deliver high-quality, resilient technology solutions that support our global enterprise vision., * Design, develop, test, deploy, and support scalable software applications and microservices using modern enterprise technology stacks * Collaborate with software architects, product managers, and engineering peers to translate functional business requirements into technical solutions * Write clean, maintainable, efficient, and well-documented code following enterprise engineering standards and design principles * Participate in peer code reviews, design discussions, and architecture planning to enforce quality standards and engineering best practices * Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve performance bottlenecks, system defects, and production issues to ensure high availability and stability * Drive automated testing practices and support continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes * Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with emphasis on responsible use of AI 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 - [Psychological Safety in Software Engineering - Jenny-Margrethe Vej & Alexandra Hou Aldershaab](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2142-psychological-safety-in-software-engineering-jenny-margrethe-vej-alexandra-hou-aldershaab) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [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) - [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) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)