Software Engineer (Fresher) – Optum | Bangalore, India

Company: Optum – Part of UnitedHealth Group

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Fresher (2021 / 2022 / 2023 / 2024 Batch Eligible)

Salary (Expected): ₹10 – 15 LPA

Requisition Number: 2304065

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About Optum

Optum, a global leader under UnitedHealth Group, combines technology and healthcare to improve millions of lives worldwide. We deliver data-driven solutions, pharmacy benefits, and care systems that empower healthier living. With a culture of diversity, inclusion, and innovation, Optum offers career growth, comprehensive benefits, and impactful opportunities.

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Role Overview

This is a Software Engineer – GitHub Cloud Team position designed for freshers passionate about cloud computing, AI-assisted development, and DevOps automation. You will work with advanced tools like GitHub Copilot, LLM frameworks, RAG, MCP, and cloud platforms to build scalable, secure, and automated CI/CD systems.

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Key Responsibilities

- Develop and manage GitHub Runners in Public Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP).

- Automate CI/CD pipelines using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and GitHub-native tooling.

- Apply AI-assisted coding, testing, and documentation for faster development.

- Work on LLM-based tools, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), agentic frameworks, and vector databases.

- Ensure best practices, process documentation, and operational efficiency.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Dev, Security, Cloud) to improve adoption of GitHub Actions.

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Required Qualifications

- Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, IT, or related fields (or equivalent experience).

- Experience in cloud deployment (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Kubernetes).

- Familiarity with GitHub Copilot, Cursor, CodeWhisperer, Windsurf, etc.

- Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, Node.js or similar programming/scripting languages.

- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Git/GitHub, Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.

- Ability to design effective prompts for generative AI models.

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Why Join Optum

- Build solutions at the intersection of AI, Cloud, and Healthcare Technology.

- Work in an inclusive environment with global peers and real-world impact.

- Learn from industry experts in AI-driven DevOps and automation.

- Attractive CTC: ₹10 – 15 LPA (Expected).

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