Contract Remote Senior Network Engineer Jobs in Minnesota

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, and data they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Join our dynamic global team as a Senior Network Engineer supporting critical DDI and DNS services across our global enterprise. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining our DNS Infoblox-supported infrastructure with a strong focus on platform project work, customer consultation, and conducting seamless change activities. You will provide quick and effective incident resolution during high-pressure war room situations, support customer requests, and contribute to strategic initiatives to advance the quality and capabilities of our IT service offerings. Operating effectively in a 24/7 environment with colleagues from around the world, you will participate in an on-call escalation support rotation while utilizing innovative tools to drive continuous improvement and network excellence.

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain, configure, and manage DNS Infoblox-supported infrastructure, including DNS, DHCP, and IPAM (DDI) services across the global enterprise
• Lead platform project work, conduct customer consultations, and execute seamless network change activities in a highly complex network environment
• Provide rapid, effective, and high-quality incident resolution during high-pressure network troubleshooting and war room situations
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI and automation tools to streamline day-to-day network workflows, automate routine DNS/IPAM tasks, and drive continuous operational efficiency
• Evaluate emerging technology trends, including AI-driven networking capabilities, to inform network solution design and strategic infrastructure innovation
• Support day-to-day customer requests and contribute to strategic initiatives aimed at advancing the quality and capability of network service offerings
• Collaborate effectively with global colleagues across different time zones and participate in a 24/7 on-call escalation support rotation

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.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field OR 4 years of equivalent professional technology experience
• 3 years of professional experience in enterprise networking, switching, and firewall environments
• 2 years of In-depth technical knowledge of dynamic routing, switching, and network core services
• 1 years of experience working directly with DNS Technologies
• 1 years of experience participating in a 24/7 on-call escalation support rotation and perform high-pressure incident resolution

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Infoblox software implementation and administration, specifically utilizing Grid Master, Grid Manager, and Grid Members
• DNS, NTP, IPAM, BIND, and DHCP in cloud-hosted or physical environments
• Hands-on experience configuring and managing Infoblox DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (IPAM) services
• Cloud network experience supporting cloud-based implementations in Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Experience in automation and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible, Bash) to automate configuration and deployments
• Familiarity with utilizing AI-driven tools or methodologies to optimize IT service delivery and network troubleshooting

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth 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 $91,700 - $163,700 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. 

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. 

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.

UnitedHealth 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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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