Front End Software Developer - Cybersecurity

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Front End Software Developer – Cybersecurity (2365850)

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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale.

In this role, you will work across the front‑end, building user interfaces with Vue.js. You will collaborate closely with experienced engineers, product managers, security specialists, and Dev Ops partners while gradually taking ownership of features and technical areas as you grow.

This position is ideal for an engineer who has solid front‑end fundamentals and is eager to deepen their experience in data‑driven, cloud‑hosted, security‑focused applications within a collaborative and agile environment.

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

• Build responsive, user‑friendly graphical data visualizations of security‑related data
• Ensure data quality and reconciliation (data validation rules, anomaly checks, auditability)
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate requirements into working software
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of front‑end features with guidance from senior engineers
• Follow secure coding practices
• Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and technical discussions
• Troubleshoot and resolve bugs and issues with support from the team

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Math, or related field
• 2+ years of professional Software Engineering experience
• 1+ years of experience working with SQL and interacting with databases
• 1+ years of experience in data analytics and/or building data‑driven visualizations
• 1+ years of exposure to cloud platforms (Azure preferred) through professional experience, projects, or coursework
• 1+ years of experience working in an agile environment (Scrum or Kanban)

• Experience building graphic visualizations to represent data
• End‑to‑end data engineering skills (ETL and automation tools)
• Python development skills for data analysis and transformation
• Solid communication skills interfacing with internal stakeholders and colleagues through emails and meetings
• Hands‑on experience with Java, RESTful APIs, and Spring Boot

All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to United Health Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full‑time employment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

This posting will be available for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. The job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

United Health Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

United Health Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.