Senior Software Engineer

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with deep expertise in Python programming and Microsoft Azure cloud services
. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing scalable applications, cloud‑native architectures, and automation solutions. You will play a key role in leading development efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and driving innovation across cloud-based platforms.

Person is required to work on Imaging related solution for Optum Rx. The application is built in cloud solution to do ORC, exception handling, reporting. Application will interact with other systems for data processing needs.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

• Team Leadership & Development: This involves solid leadership, mentoring, and motivating a team, facilitating their growth, fostering a positive culture, and managing recruitment and conflict.
• Technical Oversight
  :
  Key tasks include overseeing the software development lifecycle, providing technical guidance, ensuring best practices, contributing to design and mitigating risks.
• Communication &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are crucial, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical individuals and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Strategic Alignment &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  This includes defining processes, collaborating with stakeholders to align projects with business goals, communicating progress, driving innovation, and staying updated on industry trends.

• Design, develop, and maintain robust Python applications and services.
• Architect and implement cloud-native solutions using Azure services (e.g., Azure Functions, App Services, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Kubernetes Services, etc.).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
• Lead code reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior developers.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployment processes using Azure Dev Ops.
• Monitor and troubleshoot production systems, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions.

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.

• Bachelor's Degree in CS/IT or related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in software development with a strong focus on Python.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services.
• 5+ years of experience in RESTful API development, microservices architecture, and asynchronous programming.
• 5+ years of experience with databases (SQL and No
  
  SQL) and the ability to design and optimize database schemas.
• 5+ years of experience with software engineering principles, methodologies like Agile and Dev Ops, architecture, and relevant tools.
• 3+ years of experience with Azure infrastructure, networking, and security best practices.
• 3+ years of experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless computing.
• 3+ years of experience in version control systems (Git) and Agile development methodologies.

• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-204, AZ-400).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practice.
• Experience with Azure…