Senior Software Engineering Lead

Hiring for an exciting role in Chennai location:

Description

Technical Leadership
1. Technical Guidance: Provide technical direction and guidance to the development team, ensuring that best practices are followed in coding standards, architecture, and design patterns.2. Architecture Design: Design and oversee the architecture of software solutions to ensure they are scalable, reliable, and performant.3. Technology Stack: Make informed decisions on the technology stack (.Net for backend services, React for frontend development) to ensure it aligns with project requirements.4. Code Reviews: Conduct regular code reviews to maintain code quality and provide constructive feedback to team members.5. Hands-on Development: Engage in hands-on coding and development tasks, particularly in complex or critical areas of the project.Project Management6. Task Planning: Break down project requirements into manageable tasks and assign them to team members while tracking progress.7. Milestone Tracking: Monitor project milestones and deliverables to ensure timely completion of projects.Data Pipeline & ETL Management8. Data Pipeline Design: Design robust data pipelines that can handle large volumes of data efficiently using appropriate technologies (e.g., Apache Kafka).9. ETL Processes: Develop efficient ETL processes to extract, transform, and load data from various sources into the analytics platform.Product Development10. Feature Development: Lead the development of new features from concept through implementation while ensuring they meet user requirements.11. Integration Testing: Ensure thorough testing (unit tests, integration tests) is conducted for all features before deployment.Collaboration12. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with product managers, UX/UI designers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality products.13. Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding project status updates, technical challenges, and proposed solutions.Quality Assurance14. Performance Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks within applications or data pipelines and implement optimizations.15. Bug Resolution: Triage bugs reported by users or QA teams promptly and ensure timely resolution.Innovation & Continuous Improvement16. Stay Updated with Trends: Keep abreast of emerging technologies in .Net, React, Data Pipelines/ETL tools (like Apache Kafka or Azure Data Factory) that could benefit the product.17. Process Improvement: Continuously seek ways to improve engineering processes for increased efficiency and productivity within the team.Mentorship & Team Development18. Mentorship: Mentor junior developers by providing guidance on their technical growth as well as career development opportunities.19. Team Building Activities: Foster a positive team environment through regular meetings (stand-ups), brainstorming sessions/workshops focusing on problem-solving techniques related specifically towards our tech stack needs (.Net/React/Data pipeline).These responsibilities collectively ensure that the Lead Software Engineer not only contributes technically but also plays a crucial role in guiding their team towards successful project delivery for advanced data analytics products utilizing modern technologies such as .Net backend services combined seamlessly alongside frontend interfaces built using React coupled together via robustly engineered pipelines facilitating efficient ETL processes necessary powering insightful analytical outcomes beneficial end-users alike!Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so.

Qualifications

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.