Join Optum, a global leader in healthcare technology, and contribute to improving health outcomes worldwide. As a Senior Software Engineer II in Hyderabad, India, you'll drive innovation on critical employee empowerment and corporate operations initiatives. You will architect and optimize APIs, backend services, and database solutions, playing a key role in enhancing digital employee experiences.

Our team is dedicated to building scalable backend systems, refining database access, and developing intelligent employee tools. You'll be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying robust software systems that streamline enterprise workflows and elevate user interactions.

Experience a culture that values inclusion, collaboration, and continuous growth. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career advancement. Be part of a mission-driven organization that's making a real difference in people's lives.

Design, develop, and optimize robust RESTful APIs, microservices, and relational database solutions. Contribute to core software engineering and integration efforts for enterprise virtual agents and custom SharePoint solutions. Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to tackle complex business challenges responsibly. Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows and automate administrative tasks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate intricate business needs into clean, maintainable software systems. Evaluate emerging trends in AI, backend frameworks, and database optimization for strategic innovation. Perform rigorous code reviews and ensure high standards for code quality, security, and performance. Comply with all applicable company policies and directives.

A Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 5 years of software engineering/application development experience is required. Possess over 5 years of experience in designing, integrating, and consuming RESTful APIs and web services. Have 5+ years of experience with relational database design, data access strategies, and query optimization. Demonstrate 2+ years of experience with version control systems (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks. Proven experience designing, developing, and optimizing APIs using Python and FastAPI is essential.