Applications Developer - Eden Prairie, MN - Full-time / Part-time

Position Description:
It takes courage to find out how good you can be. At
Optum, we're using leading-edge technology to create the health care
system of tomorrow. When you join us as a .NET Applications Developer,
you'll become part of a team focused on innovation and change. You'll
work a little harder. You'll aim a little higher. You'll expect more
from yourself and others. And at the end of the day, you'll be doing a
lot of good. Through a lot of inspired individuals, we are using
technology to build a health care system that works better for more
people in more ways than ever. We are looking to reinforce our team with
people who are decisive, brilliant and built for speed people like you.As
a .NET Applications Developer, you will be predominantly involved in
developing business solutions by creating new and modifying existing
software applications. You will be a primary contributor in designing,
coding, testing, debugging, documenting and supporting all types of
applications consistent with established specifications and business
requirements to deliver business value. This is more than a challenging
development role. This is high performance technology. Are you up for
the challenge? Join us and start doing your life's best work.
Primary Responsibilities:  

Design, implement and maintain Java applications within all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Develop, test, implement and maintain application software working with established processes
Communicate effectively with other engineers and QA
Establish, refine and integrate development and test environment tools and software as needed
Identify production and non-production application issues
Identify opportunities to fine-tune and optimize applications of Java developed projects
Provide technical support and consultation for Java application and infrastructure questions
Serve as a mentor to less experienced developers
Solid organizational skills and focus on accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Providing accurate and timely estimates for tasks
Provide support and leadership in critical production support issue resolution
Support the team for application availability, reliability and stability on a 7 by 24 by 365 basis
Conduct or facilitate root cause analysis on all in-scope incidents and recommend a corrective action plan
Work with team to achieve timely resolution of all production issues meeting or exceeding Service Level Agreements
Conduct peer code reviews to ensure the work delivered by the team is of high quality standards
Work with business to prioritize production issue resolution
Work with the Service Manager in process improvement initiatives as directed by the service
Positions
in this function are predominantly involved in developing business
solutions by creating new and modifying existing software applications.
Primary contributor in designing, coding, testing, debugging,
documenting and supporting all types of applications consistent with
established specifications and business requirements to deliver business
value.The main focus will be on critical programs, such as ICUE
Core Clinical Integration Acceleration (CIA), Consumer Dashboard, and
AARP Ship Eligibility Programs where Integration/Web Services are
required.
Positions in this function are predominantly
involved in developing business solutions by creating new and modifying
existing software applications. Primary contributor in designing,
coding, testing, debugging, documenting and supporting all types of
applications consistent with established specifications and business
requirements to deliver business value. Employees in jobs labeled with
(SCA) must support a government Service Contract Act (SCA) agreement.

Required Qualifications: 
Bachelor's Degree or Higher or a High School Diploma/GED and 3 + years of Developing experience
1+ years of full Software Development Life Cycle experience
Previous experience working with Java
Healthcare Industry experience
Experience with Java (JDK 1.5+) and Spring
Preferred Qualifications:
Groovy experience
JUnit experience
Spock experience
JSP experience
jQuery experience
XML experience
CXF Web Services experience
SQL experience
DB experience
JavaScript experienceTechnology 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
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.