Job Description
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.
We are looking for a seasoned and visionary Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead our high-performing development team based in Hyderabad. This role is ideal for a technology leader with a strong foundation in software development, cloud architecture, and team leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving end-to-end software delivery, from requirement gathering to deployment, while ensuring alignment with business goals and technical excellence.
Primary Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership
Architect and design scalable, secure, and high-performance applications
Provide hands-on technical guidance across frontend, API, and database layers
Champion best practices in software engineering, including code quality, testing, and CI/CD
Leverage Microsoft Azure services for cloud-native application development and deployment
Project & Delivery Management
Own the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) for multiple projects
Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define project scope and timelines
Track progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions
Drive Agile Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
Team & People Management
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers through coaching and performance management
Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement
Conduct regular 1:1s, career development planning, and technical upskilling initiatives
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Act as a key liaison between engineering and business teams
Translate business requirements into technical specifications and actionable plans
Prepare and present technical documentation, project updates, and architecture reviews to leadership
Ensure clear and proactive communication across all levels of the organization
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:
10+ years of experience in software development, with 3+ years in a leadership or managerial role
Solid hands-on experience in:
Frontend technologies (e.g., React, Angular, or similar)
API development (RESTful services, GraphQL)
Database systems (SQL/NoSQL)
Experience with version control systems like Git and repository management practices
Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud platform (App Services, Azure Functions, DevOps, etc.)
Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure Boards)
Proven track record in application architecture and system design
Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Developer Associate)
Experience working in a global or distributed team environment
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.
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We are looking for a seasoned and visionary Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead our high-performing development team based in Hyderabad. This role is ideal for a technology leader with a strong foundation in software development, cloud architecture, and team leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving end-to-end software delivery, from requirement gathering to deployment, while ensuring alignment with business goals and technical excellence.
Primary Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership
Architect and design scalable, secure, and high-performance applications
Provide hands-on technical guidance across frontend, API, and database layers
Champion best practices in software engineering, including code quality, testing, and CI/CD
Leverage Microsoft Azure services for cloud-native application development and deployment
Project & Delivery Management
Own the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) for multiple projects
Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define project scope and timelines
Track progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality software solutions
Drive Agile Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
Team & People Management
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers through coaching and performance management
Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement
Conduct regular 1:1s, career development planning, and technical upskilling initiatives
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
Act as a key liaison between engineering and business teams
Translate business requirements into technical specifications and actionable plans
Prepare and present technical documentation, project updates, and architecture reviews to leadership
Ensure clear and proactive communication across all levels of the organization
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:
10+ years of experience in software development, with 3+ years in a leadership or managerial role
Solid hands-on experience in:
Frontend technologies (e.g., React, Angular, or similar)
API development (RESTful services, GraphQL)
Database systems (SQL/NoSQL)
Experience with version control systems like Git and repository management practices
Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud platform (App Services, Azure Functions, DevOps, etc.)
Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure Boards)
Proven track record in application architecture and system design
Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Developer Associate)
Experience working in a global or distributed team environment
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.
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