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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, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Primary Responsibilities Developing and maintaining web applications using ReactJS and other relevant technologies Collaborating with cross-functional teams (including designers, backend developers, and product owners) to define, design, and ship new features Writing reusable, efficient, and scalable code Implementing responsive and mobile-friendly user interfaces Optimizing applications for maximum performance and scalability Troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving software defects and issues Conducting code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards Collaborating with backend developers to integrate frontend interfaces with server-side logic Developing and implementing automated tests to ensure software quality Participating in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospective meetings Staying up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in Frontend and Full Stack development Mentoring and providing guidance to junior developers, as needed Collaborating with the DevOps team to deploy and manage applications in production environments Working with version control systems, such as Git, for code management and collaboration Documenting software design, development processes, and code changes 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 Required Qualifications Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field 2+ years of professional experience in frontend or FullStack development Experience with frontend development tools and frameworks like Webpack, Babel, and CSS preprocessors Experience with testing frameworks and methodologies (e.g., Jest, Enzyme) In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with ReactJS and its ecosystem (React Router, Redux, etc.) Familiarity with backend technologies and frameworks like Node.js, Express.js, and RESTful APIs Knowledge of database systems like MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL Understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices Proficient in using code versioning tools, such as Git Solid proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and related web technologies Problem-solving and Analytical Skills: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, debug issues, and propose effective solutions Communication and Collaboration: Proven solid communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients Continuous Learning: Willingness to stay updated with the latest technologies, frameworks, and best practices in frontend and FullStack development 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. Show more Show less
