Software Engineering Lead – Python , AI or ML

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain scalable web applications, integration layers  using Python and SQL ensuring code quality, efficiency, and adherence to best practices
• Developing and implementing highly responsive user interface components using modern Javascript libraries/frameworks
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices architecture to facilitate communication between different components of the system
• Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models and algorithms to solve complex problems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Optimize applications for speed and scalability
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to application performance and functionality
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge
• Ensure the robustness and reliability of applications by writing thorough tests and maintaining comprehensive documentation
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and methodologies
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and emerging technologies
• 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 regards 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:

• B.Tech / MCA / Msc / MTech (16+ years of formal education, Correspondence courses are not relevant)
• 7+ years of hands-on experience on Python programming with experience on FastAPI or Flask frameworks and common data analysis libraries like NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib etc.
• 7+ years of experience in relational databases (SQL Query, Stored Procedure. CTE, Triggers etc.)
• API / Web Services: 7+ years of working experience in Web Services / API, REST Architecture, etc.
• Experience on AI/ML concepts, MLOps, GenAI
• Experience in providing technical guidance and inculcating engineering best practices within development teams
• Knowledge of source code management using Github, CI/CD and devops tools
• Knowledge on any modern front-end programming language (e.g., JavaScript, React, Angular, Vue)
• Proven solid problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Proven excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Proven attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Machine Learning, AI, NLP or MLOps
• Experience in front-end development, with a focus on React.js in Azure cloud environment
• Experience in Operational and APM Tools like Dynatrace,  Splunk
• HealthCare domain knowledge
• Tools Knowledge –  Service Now, GitHUB

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.