[Remote] Senior Software Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Optum is a global organization that delivers care through technology to help millions live healthier lives. The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for building and consuming GraphQL API endpoints, developing software that securely handles health and financial data, and collaborating with teams to align efforts towards common goals.ResponsibilitiesBuilding and consuming both GraphQL API endpoints and asynchronous events to implement business logicBuilding reusable code and libraries to be leveraged across our team and technology stackDeveloping software and processes that safely and securely handles our customer's health and financial dataCollaborating within and across teams to ensure that all of our efforts are aligned towards the same goalsCommunicating thoughtfully with team members through design review, code review, and day-to-day collaborationSkills5+ years of full-time software engineering experience3+ years of experience with Javascript/Typescript and Node.js3+ years of experience building and consuming API endpoints (REST, AMQP, GraphQL)3+ years of experience implementing testable business logic that is secure and easy to maintainBachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experienceExperience operating event-driven servicesExperience deploying to cloud-based environments such as AWSExperience building and maintaining 3rd-party integrationsExperience leveraging message brokers and event streams-e.g., AWS SNS, SQS, Azure ServiceBus, or similarExperience operating in high security environments, e.g., payments, healthcareAll Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyBenefitsA comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)Flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S.Company OverviewWe’re evolving health care so everyone can have the opportunity to live their healthiest life. It was founded in 1985, and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://frontiertherapies.optum.com.Company H1B SponsorshipOptum has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 73 in 2026, 648 in 2025, 559 in 2024, 620 in 2023, 851 in 2022, 593 in 2021, 438 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.