Software Engineer – AIML with Java or Python and ReactJS

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of AI-enabled applications using modern tools and frameworks
• Support the implementation and integration of AI/ML models into production systems under guidance from senior engineers
• Contribute to backend development using Python or Java frameworks (e.g., FastAPI, Spring), focusing on maintainability and performance
• Build and enhance front-end interfaces using React.js to support user-centric design
• Participate in the development of cloud-native applications, leveraging public cloud platforms (e.g., GCP).
• Collaborate with team members to understand business requirements and translate them into technical tasks
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and Agile ceremonies
• Assist in writing unit tests and supporting test automation efforts
• Help monitor application performance and contribute to issue resolution and debugging
• Stay current with foundational AI/ML concepts and software engineering practices
• Demonstrate flexibility in work assignments and contribute to team deliverables
• Adhere to company policies and participate in continuous learning and development
• Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regard to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of software development experience.
• Hands-on experience with backend development using Python or Java
• Hands-on experience to front-end development using React.js or similar frameworks
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle) or NoSQL systems
• Experience/Familiarity with coding assistant tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) and a solid willingness to adopt them in daily development work
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (preferably GCP) and basic cloud-native development practices
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and basic integration patterns
• Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts and interest in learning more (e.g., NLP, computer vision, LLMs).
• Ability to work in Agile teams and contribute to sprint deliverables
• Solid problem-solving skills and willingness to learn from senior team members.
• Proven good communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to DevOps tools such as Git, Jenkins, or Terraform
• Familiarity with building AI agents using Google

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.

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