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Senior Software Engineer I - Java fullstack

Optum/UHG · Bangalore, Karnataka, India · US

Software Engineering
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Not yet analysed
Demand90
Career growth85
Healthcare fit45
Remote potential60
5-year outlook
Senior software engineers at major healthcare tech firms typically see strong salary growth, with compensation often exceeding $150k in the US, plus benefits and stock options. Outlook remains positive given continued digital health investment.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
broad
Seniority
senior
Employment type
–
Date found
2026-09-14

Intelligence details

Why this is worth applying to

Clinicians with a strong software engineering background (e.g., CS degree, bootcamp, or self-taught with portfolio) should consider this role to leverage healthcare domain knowledge in a high-demand tech position. However, without substantial IT experience, it's not a realistic entry point.

Who should apply

Doctors, nurses, or allied health professionals who have transitioned into software engineering and have 7+ years of IT experience, particularly with Java/React and healthcare data.

CV angle

Highlight clinical domain expertise as a differentiator for understanding healthcare workflows, patient data, and regulatory needs. Emphasize any software projects, especially those involving healthcare applications, microservices, and cloud platforms.

Skills to highlight

  • Java
  • React
  • Microservices
  • MongoDB
  • Azure
  • CI/CD
  • Kafka
  • Agile/Scrum
  • Healthcare domain knowledge

Role summary

Senior fullstack engineer at Optum/UHG, designing and maintaining Java/React applications for healthcare technology, with a focus on microservices, cloud, and AI tools.

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