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# Associate Software Engineer

- **Company:** Optum, Inc
- **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $60,200.0 - $107,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Internet Protocol, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Open Web Application Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, .NET Core, Spring Cloud, ReactJS, AngularJS, Kubernetes
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b7b8c1f2f1a003df

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree
 * 1+ years of overall Software development experience
 * 1+ years of experience with MS SQL, PostgreSQL, or other similar relational database management systems
 * 1+ years of experience with .NET Core or similar object-oriented programming language
 * United States citizenship is required for this position
 * Must be able to obtain and maintain a suitability or determination of eligibility for a Confidential/Secret or Top-Secret security clearance, * Experience with Angular, React, or other JavaScript frameworks / libraries
 * Experience with application containerization, deployment, and orchestration across environments
 * Experience with CI/CD and test automation
 * Experience building cloud-native applications in Azure or similar cloud service provider
 * Basic understanding and ability to troubleshoot applications running within Kubernetes
 * Basic understanding of cloud infrastructure and automated provisioning & configuration management
 * Basic understanding of networking and internet protocols
 * Knowledge of Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), understanding of OWASP
 * All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

## Description

* Designs, codes, tests and debugs applications and components that meet all technical specifications and business requirements per assigned work items
 * Collaborates closely with Business Analysts on developing requirements
 * Other duties assigned

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.


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