[Remote] Lead AI/ML Engineer - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Optum is a global organization dedicated to improving health outcomes through technology. They are seeking a Lead AI/ML Engineer to drive the development and implementation of AI/ML solutions within clinical workflows, enhancing efficiency and clinician experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain full stack applications using Next.js, React, and modern TypeScript patterns
• Build and integrate LLM powered capabilities (e.g., summarization, search, assistants, decision support) using industry standard AI frameworks and APIs
• Design and optimize backend services and APIs, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security
• Develop and manage data models and queries using PostgreSQL, focusing on performance and data integrity
• Deploy, monitor, and operate applications on Microsoft Azure (App Services, Containers, Functions, Storage, AI services, etc.)
• Implement best practices for cloud architecture, CI/CD pipelines, observability, and cost optimization
• Collaborate with architects and AI engineers on system design, model integration, and platform capabilities
• Write clean, testable, and well documented code; lead by example in code reviews and technical standards
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical decision making and solution direction

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or related field) or 4+ years of equivalent software engineering experience
• 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, including full stack development
• 3+ years of experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and cloud native deployment models
• 3+ years of experience with Next.js / React, TypeScript, and modern frontend architectures
• 3+ years of backend development experience with Node.js (or equivalent server side frameworks)
• 3+ years of experience working with PostgreSQL or other relational databases
• 3+ years of experience building and deploying applications on Microsoft Azure
• 3+ years of experience working with RESTful APIs, authentication/authorization, and secure application design
• 2+ years of experience integrating AI/LLMs into applications (prompting, orchestration, APIs, etc.)
• Proven excellent problem solving skills and ability to work across ambiguous problem spaces
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
• Flexibility to work remotely rom anywhere within the U.S.
• Career development opportunities
• Mentorship
• Clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in

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