Senior Pega Software Engineer - Optum Rx - Remote

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Irvine
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing **your life's best work.(sm)**At?Optum Technology,?our passion for health care and technology empowers us and our partners to tackle real-world health problems. By applying our deep knowledge of an incredibly complex system, we identify and solve tough challenges without adding complexity. We are dedicated to harnessing the pace of innovation and applying our expertise to propel significant breakthroughs in health care technology.?Our team includes more than 30,000 technologists, 580+ distinguished and principal engineers and 2,600 talent development program (TDP) team members. Together, we work worldwide to manage health data for over 362 million consumers and provide health and information services to 1 in 5 Americans.Software engineering is the application of engineering to the design, development, implementation, testing and maintenance of software in a systematic method. The roles in this function will cover all primary development activity across all technology functions that ensure we deliver code with high quality for our applications, products and services and to understand customer needs and to develop product roadmaps.These roles include, but are not limited to analysis, design, coding, engineering, testing, debugging, standards, methods, tools analysis, documentation, research and development, maintenance, new development, operations and delivery. With every role in the company, each position has a requirement for building quality into every output. This also includes evaluating new tools, new techniques, strategies; Automation of common tasks; build of common utilities to drive organizational efficiency with a passion around technology and solutions and influence of thought and leadership on future capabilities and opportunities to apply technology in new and innovative ways.You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.**Primary Responsibilities:**+ Requirement analysis, design, implement, and maintain the applications within all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)+ Prepare design documents related to development on our hybrid infrastructure (Azure frontend/Pega backend)+ Develop, test, implement and maintain application software working with established processes+ Create and manage code repositories used in automation of our CI/CD pipeline+ Should be able to lead a team of 10 Developers/QA/SA and provide directions to them on a day-to-day basis+ Should be able to lead the Scrum calls in the absence of a Scrum Master+ Should be able to coordinate with QA team and offshore stakeholders+ Should be able to coordinate with business and IT leadership teams and drive the necessary initiatives+ Should be an active member in adding value to the organization+ Adhere to all quality requirements supporting our push to build and automate complete regression test suite+ Should be able to work independently+ Ensuring timely deliveries for all assigned tasksYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.**Required Qualifications:**+ Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience+ 10+ years of experience in design, development, and support+ Experience in analyzing logs & alerts for application debugging and troubleshooting+ Experience working in Agile methodology+ Solid Pega knowledge, experience, and analytical problem-solving skills+ Good understanding of Oracle database and ability to write SQL queries+ In depth understanding of software architecture and design principles, with ability to clearly communicate to team**Preferred Qualifications:**+ Pega CSSA certification+ Experience with React, NextJS (or other modern front-end technology), Splunk, and SpringBoot microservice architecture+ Familiar with building applications in cloud environments. (Azure Cloud is preferred)+ Excellent problem solving, analytical skills+ Excellent communication and presentation skills+ Excellent attitude and self-motivated+ Excel in ability to maneuver the team members and get the work done+ Clearly articulate the design or solution to all the stakeholders+ Lead and drive the fellow team members in technology field**What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group??? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success.?Some of our offerings include:**+ Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays+ Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account+ Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage+ 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan+ Education Reimbursement+ Employee Discounts+ Employee Assistance Program+ Employee Referral Bonus Program+ Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)+ More information can be downloaded at:??http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits_To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment_**Technology Careers with Optum.** Information and technology have amazing power to transform the health care industry and improve people's lives. This is where it's happening. This is where you'll help solve the problems that have never been solved. We're freeing information so it can be used safely and securely wherever it's needed. We're creating the very best ideas that can most easily be put into action to help our clients improve the quality of care and lower costs for millions. This is where the best and the brightest work together to make positive change a reality. This is the place to do **your life's best work.(sm)****Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, or New York City Residents Only:** The salary range for Colorado residents is $82,100 to $146,900. The salary range for Connecticut/Nevada/New York City residents is $90,500 to $161,600. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy_Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.__UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._

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