
Associate Software Engineering Manager- DevOps, Java
Optum
Job Description
Optum seeks an Associate Software Engineering Manager specializing in DevOps and Java to lead modern software engineering practices, optimize architectural decisions, and drive the implementation of CI/CD pipelines. The role requires experience with cloud platforms (GCP, Azure) and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Azure App Services), and a focus on delivering scalable full-stack web applications and RESTful microservices. This position requires a strong understanding of DevOps practices, cloud technologies, and agile methodologies. This role requires experience leading teams and a proficiency in modern programming languages like Java, Springboot, and Python.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading software engineering practices
- Optimizing architectural and design decisions
- Championing instrumentation and diagnostics
- Driving code reuse
- Establishing partnerships with stakeholders
- Identifying and addressing security gaps
- Leading the design, development, and deployment of applications and microservices
- Guiding and mentoring a team
- Implementing CI/CD pipelines
- Ensuring high code quality
- Managing infrastructure as code
- Monitoring application performance
- Contributing to strategic technical decisions
- Staying current with emerging technologies
Required Qualifications:
- Fulltime graduation degree
- 5+ years of experience building web-enabled software
- 3+ years of experience with React, React Native, Springboot, Python
- 3+ years of experience leading engineering teams
- Experience with cloud platforms (GCP, Azure)
- Experience in designing solutions across multiple channels
- Experience implementing RESTful microservices
- Solid understanding of DevOps practices and agile methodologies
- Proficiency in modern programming languages and frameworks
- Proficiency in containerization and CI/CD practices
- Proven ability to lead teams in adopting new tools, technologies, and engineering practices
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About Optum
Optum is a global healthcare organization dedicated to helping millions live healthier lives through technology-driven care. We connect individuals with the necessary care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources, creating a culture of inclusion and offering career development opportunities in Hyderābād, Telangana, India and beyond. Join us to advance health optimization globally.
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