Develop, test, and maintain Python-based backend applications and APIs; collaborate with cross-functional teams; design microservices and REST APIs; optimize performance; work with databases, cloud platforms, and CI/CD; participate in code reviews and follow best practices.
Requisition Number: 2372399
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 looking for a skilled Python Developer of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications and backend services. The ideal candidate should have solid proficiency in Python programming, problem-solving abilities, and experience working in agile development environments
Primary Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
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.
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 looking for a skilled Python Developer of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications and backend services. The ideal candidate should have solid proficiency in Python programming, problem-solving abilities, and experience working in agile development environments
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop, test, and maintain Python-based applications and APIs
- Write clean, efficient, and reusable code
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions
- Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance
- Work with databases, cloud platforms, and automation tools
- Participate in code reviews and follow best development practices
- Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Python Developer with AI/ML knowledge
- Solid knowledge in Python development, RAG model, Agentic AI workflow
- Good understanding of OOP concepts and data structures
- Good understanding with frameworks such as Flask, Django, or FastAPI
- Knowledge of REST APIs and microservices architecture
- Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases
- Good understanding with Git and CI/CD pipelines
- Proven good analytical and communication skills
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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