Payal Jain

Lead Software Engineer @ Optum

About

Software Development Engineer with experience in building scalable web applications using Angular, React.js, Node.js, .NET Core, and Spring Boot. Skilled in C++, Java, C#, JavaScript and AI/ML with a strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and database systems. Passionate about solving real-world problems and continuously learning new technologies.

Country

India

City

Gurugram

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Skill

Python (Programming Language), Data Science, AngularJS, Web Engineering, Database Design, ASP.NET, Software Design, Machine Learning, Java, Data Structures, Debugging, Redux.js, Angular, JavaScript, Node.js, Express.js, C++, Mathematics, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML5

Experience

Lead Software Engineer

Optum

2026-4 - Present · 6 mos

Gurugram

Senior Software Engineer

Optum

2025-3 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

Gurugram

Contributed to modernization of the eFR platform by building and enhancing modules like Account Management, Case Management, Export, and Home. Developed secure, high‑quality Angular UI components (grids, forms, popups) with seamless API integrations. Designed the Transfer Balance feature enabling balance redistribution across health plans while addressing XSS and security risks. Built a dynamic Export Configuration system with validation and reusable configs without backend disruption. Led Angular v8→v17 migration, upgraded legacy UIs, delivered reporting solutions, and implemented an AI/ML‑driven chatbot to automate pre‑authorization workflows. Modernized CI/CD by migrating Jenkins pipelines to GitHub Actions.

Software Engineer

Optum

2022-7 - 2025-3 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Gurugram

Technology Intern

American Express

2022-1 - 2022-6 · 6 mos

Gurugram, Haryana, India

Tech Stacks: React.js, Redux, Java, Spring Boot, RESTAPI, Node.js Architected and implemented a C-Series project within the Disbursement System for processing payments, addressing challenges such as alignment with the AmEx enterprise framework, infrastructure vulnerabilities, and manual processes. Built infrastructure and deployment pipelines for efficient project management. Documented functional flow and API endpoints for clarity and reference. Improved the Payment Request Management Module for enhanced functionality. Developed UI according to AmEx standards using DLS, ensuring a user-friendly interface.