Software Engineering Lead - Java and DevOps

Software Engineering Lead - Java and DevOps

Primary location: Bengaluru, India

Date posted: 10/05/2026

Overtime status: Exempt

Travel: No

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements and ensure the timely delivery of software projects

• Utilize Cloud services such as Azure/AWS/GCP, and Github to implement scalable and reliable applications

• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins to automate the software deployment process

• Containerize applications using Docker for easy deployment and scalability

• Write comprehensive test cases using the Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD) approach to ensure the quality and reliability of software solutions

• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and actively participate in continuous learning and improvement initiatives

• Builder Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions using no-code, low-code, and advanced platforms, translating business needs into scalable applications that enhance products, workflows, and decision-making

• Comply with all applicable Company policies, procedures, and business directives, changes including those relating to work location, team assignments, work schedules, and flexible work arrangements

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Spring Boot, Java and React
• 3+ years of development experience in SpringBoot/Java/Rest API
• 3+ years of development experience in React/Java Script
• Experienced in AI and ML for doing POC's and participate in the initiatives
• Experienced Software Engineer with 5+ years of professional full stack development experience

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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Benefits

• Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well.

• Life

• Resources and support to focus on what matters most to you, in every facet of your life.

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• Education, tools and resources to help you reduce and manage stress, build resilience and more.

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• Health plans and other coverage to support wellness for you and your loved ones.

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• Since joining Optum, my professional growth has been significant. The dynamic environment has enhanced my problem-solving abilities, and the company’s commitment to innovation and continuous learning motivates me to stay. Optum provides continuous training, mentorship, and a clear path for advancement, all while supporting a healthy work-life balance.

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