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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

The Lead, Software Engineer will be part of the SAP ERP team within the Optum Rx Technology team with focus on developing, troubleshooting, documenting and delivering end-to-end SAP solutions as part of the IT delivery team. The person in this position will collaborate with other SAP team members and staff towards defining, enhancing, and developing SAP solutions across the ERP platform and related business processes.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Participate in end-to-end design workshops, providing knowledge of industry best practices and application of global SAP implementation experience
• Translate requirements and functional specifications into technical specification documents for RICEFW items (reports, interfaces, conversions, enhancements, forms, workflows)
• Establish and maintain quality development standards
• Developing and maintaining various SAP development objects including RICEFW items as well as BRF , BDC’s, SAP Adobe Forms, SmartForms, SAPScripts, ALV oData, BADI’s, BAPI’s, LSMW, RFC calls, classes and methods, and Fiori user interfaces
• Apply object-oriented ABAP principles for modular, reusable, and maintainable code development
• Utilize SAP Data Dictionary for effective management and manipulation of SAP data structures
• Design and implement comprehensive solutions using SAP technologies such as Function Modules, SAP Enhancement Framework, and Reports
• Conduct thorough testing of developed solutions to ensure functionality, integrity, and compliance with technical specifications
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for SAP systems, resolving issues in a timely manner
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to ensure technical design and delivery align to functional specifications and adhere to quality standards
• Develops secure and high-quality production code as needed, and reviews and debugs code written by others
• Stay updated on latest SAP technologies and industry best practices, continuously enhancing skills and knowledge
• Serve as a leader/mentor for lesser experienced team members

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Programming, Computer Science, Engineering, or MIS or 10 years of equivalent experience
• 10 years of SAP Development experience
• 3 years of experience in SAP programming language(s) including OO ABAP, Web services, S4 HANA developer tool expertise
• 3 years of experience in developing and deploying custom SAP UI5 applications using SAP Cloud Platform, Web IED and developing applications with consumption of ODATA services
• 3 years of experience creating custom and enhance standard CDS view and AMDP class based on business requirement, various available annotation in CDS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in data modeling using HANA Studio, ABAP Development Tools (ADT), Native SQL, ABAP Core Data Services, Text Search, ALV on HANA, and HANA Live models consumption
• Understanding of SAP modules and integration points
• Working knowledge of integration tools & SAP Security and has the ability to work on cross system integrations using IDOC/ALE and other integration methods commonly prevalent in the SAP industry
• Knowledge and awareness of SAP Clean Core principles including use of released API’s, in app extensibility, options and key user extensibility
• Knowledge of 3-Tier extensibility model and SAP RAP (Restful ABAP) and CAP (Cloud Application) Programming Models
• Knowledge on other new SAP technologies such as SAP BTP Integration Suite, SAP Business Application Studio, SAP Build, etc.
• Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Proven proactive attitude towards learning and self-improvement, with a commitment to staying updated on emerging SAP technologies and trends

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $104,700 to $190,400 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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.

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.