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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** LHC Group, Inc. - **Location:** Eden Prairie, MN, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $72,800.0 - $130,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Github, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Scrum Methodology, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Google Cloud, Software Security, Git, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Restful APIs, Terraform, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Jenkins, Golang, Microservices - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us7ef37ae7a77a6fa7edf7246ca4d5c539/eaa ## About the Role * 4+ years of professional experience in software engineering, developing software applications using Python or Golang * 3+ years of experience with Kafka, Kubernetes (K8s), GCP (Google Cloud Platform), and Terraform * 2+ years of experience with software design, development, and integration * 2+ years of experience working in an Agile development environment (Scrum or Kanban) * 2+ years of experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), * Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline * Experience designing, developing, or deploying enterprise AI-powered solutions, machine learning integrations, or automated workflow engines * Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) * Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices architecture in enterprise environments *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. ## Description As a Software Engineer within Optum Technology, you will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software applications and services in an Agile team environment. In this role, you will work on cloud infrastructure, distributed streaming architectures, and containerized deployments using Python, Golang, Kafka, Kubernetes, GCP, and Terraform. You will build and scale AI-powered solutions, platform automations, and modern APIs that drive core operational improvements and empower enterprise-scale healthcare applications. You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: * Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software applications and services in an Agile team environment * Write clean, well-structured, maintainable, and efficient code adhering to software engineering best practices * Participate in code reviews, design sessions, sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure high-quality software delivery * Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application bugs, performance bottlenecks, and system issues * Build and maintain continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to automate application deployments * Ensure application security, scalability, and adherence to enterprise security and engineering standards * Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions and platform automations to address complex business challenges with an emphasis on responsible AI practices * Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, and drive continuous improvement * Evaluate emerging technology trends to inform solution design and strategic innovation 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., Description Leidos is seeking a DevSecOps Security Engineer to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector, supporting the development of the Leidos Common Auto… + 3 days ago, Description Leidos is seeking an ICAM / Identity Engineer to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector, supporting the development of the Leidos Common Automa… + 3 days ago, Description Leidos is seeking a Senior Software Developer - Scrum Master to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector, supporting the development of the Leido… + 4 days ago + ## Related Videos - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [Retooling and refactoring - an investment in people.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/371-retooling-and-refactoring-an-investment-in-people) - [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) ## 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) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)