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Senior Software Engineer (Big Data)

O Fallon, MO · On-site +1

$52.25 - $69/hr

Title and Summary Senior Software Engineer (Big Data) Position Overview Have you ever wanted to be part of something BIG? Now is the time to make an immediate impact at a leading global technology ...

ACI Infotech

Big Data Engineer

$57 - $75.50/hr

Senior Software Engineer, Big Data Duration : Long Term Exp: 10+ years Job Overview : We are currently seeking an Senior Big Data Engineer in Hadoop Plaftform. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do ...

NinjaOne

Data Software Engineer

NC · On-site +1

$90K - $170K/yr

Location - We are flexible on remote working from home, if you are located in the USA and reside in ... software development, with a strong focus on data engineering and data science. * Experience in ...

NinjaOne

Data Software Engineer

Baltimore, MD · On-site +1

Location - We are flexible on remote working from home, if you are located in the USA and reside in ... software development, with a strong focus on data engineering and data science. * Experience in ...

GRVTY

Data & Software Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

... support remote work) and requires a TS/SCI + Polygraph clearance (acceptable to this customer ... The Data & Software Engineer works with a small team to build complex data flows for a custom ...

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Senior Big Data Software Engineer Remote

Senior Big Data Software Engineer Remote

UnitedHealth Group

Eden Prairie, MN • On-site, Remote

$91K - $163K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 21 days ago

UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 141 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

188th of 875 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Design, code, test, document, and maintain high-quality and scalable big data solutions
  • Research, evaluate, and deploy new tools, frameworks and patterns to help build a sustainable big data platform
  • Identify gaps and opportunities for improvement of existing solutions
  • Define and develop APIs for integration with various data sources in the enterprise
  • Translate customer requirements into solution design
  • Make accurate development effort estimates to assist management in project and resource planning
  • Collaborate with management, quality assurance, architecture, and other development teams
  • Write technical documentation and participate in production support
  • Participate with prototypes as well as design and code reviews
  • Keep skills up to date through ongoing self-directed training
  • The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can learn things quickly, who is enthusiastic and actively engaged

You'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
  • 6+ years of hands-on software development experience
  • 5+ years of development experience with Java or Scala, Python, JSON, Web Services
  • 3+ years of experience in relational databases (SQL)
  • 2+ years of experience in distributed systems technologies like Spark, Databricks, Hadoop, Snowflake
  • Experience with Agile/SCRUM methodology

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of experience in Kafka streaming
  • 2+ years with NoSQL databases (Cassandra)
  • 2+ years working with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience in infrastructure services on at least one major cloud platform (Azure)
  • Experience developing rules in rules engine
  • Thorough understanding of service-oriented architecture (SOA) concepts

*All employees working remotely 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 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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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