Remote Front-End UI Engineer - Cybersecurity; Vue.js

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We are seeking a
Mid-level Front-End JavaScript Developer to join our engineering team and contribute to the development of data-driven, secure, scalable web applications that support our cybersecurity products and platforms.

This role will contribute to a custom JavaScript UI to visualize security-related acquired entity data within a Java app. This role will ensure good data quality, reliability, and integrity for cybersecurity and operational metric visualizations.

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

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 Computer Science, Software Engineering, Math, or related field
• 2+ years of professional Software Engineering experience
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience building user interfaces with Vue.js and modern JavaScript or Type Script
• 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 (i.e., 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 but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

The salary for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

United Health Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or 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.