The Role
Design, build, and operate scalable data systems, MLOps pipelines, and AI/ML inference (batch and real-time) on cloud platforms; develop platform features for AI lifecycle, automate CI/CD and infrastructure, mentor engineers, ensure performance/resiliency, and provide production support and incident response.
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Requisition Number: 2374848
Lead Software Engineer - Louisville, KY - 2374848
EMPLOYER: Optum Services Inc.
JOB TITLE: Lead Software Engineer
LOCATION: 9100 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40222
DUTIES: Build high performing and scalable data systems, applications, and data pipelines to process very large amounts of data from multiple sources; develop services, controls, and reusable patterns that enable the team to deliver value safely, quickly, and sustainably in the public cloud; build platform features to for AI/ML lifecycle include data processing, AI inference (batch, real-time, hybrid) and end-to-end MLOps for non-generative and generative use-cases; utilize deep knowledge of AI/ML systems engineering to define future architecture patterns for a multi-cloud platform; develop robust, scalable, and maintainable code that meets high standards of quality and performance; utilize engineering expertise to coach and influence enterprise data scientists and ML engineers to adopt scalable, robust process architecture for AI/ML use-cases; stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI/ML technology and introduce innovative techniques and tools to the team; mentor and develop junior engineers on the team; participate in the entire software development lifecycle - design, implementation, testing, CI/CD and production operations; automate infrastructure, application and services to enable an automated delivery through the CI/CD pipelines to the cloud; ensure proprietary applications satisfy rigorous internally defined technical requirements for performance, resiliency, availability and scalability; collaborate with solutions users to build, extend, and enhance applications that accelerate efficiency and innovation across the organization; provide post deployment support and to quickly respond to and resolve unexpected service problems. May telecommute.
REQUIREMENTS: Employer will accept a Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field and 24 months of experience in the job offered or in a software engineering-related occupation.
Experience must include:
* Data pipelines;
* Model inference;
* MLOps for batch and real-time endpoints on cloud platforms;
* Databricks, Azure, AWS, GCP, or Snowflake;
* Python or Java;
* Query and data processing tools including PySpark and SQL;
* Command-line tools such as Shell, Regex, or cloud CLI;
* DevOps practices, including CI/CD, containerization, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code;
* AI/ML development in healthcare, or insurance industries; and
* AI/ML lifecycle and variations for different use-cases including non-generative and generative.
RATE OF PAY: $109,447 - $207,936 / per year
Please apply via careers.uhg.com and search for job #2374848
Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)
UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision, as well as matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Lead Software Engineer - Louisville, KY - 2374848
EMPLOYER: Optum Services Inc.
JOB TITLE: Lead Software Engineer
LOCATION: 9100 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40222
DUTIES: Build high performing and scalable data systems, applications, and data pipelines to process very large amounts of data from multiple sources; develop services, controls, and reusable patterns that enable the team to deliver value safely, quickly, and sustainably in the public cloud; build platform features to for AI/ML lifecycle include data processing, AI inference (batch, real-time, hybrid) and end-to-end MLOps for non-generative and generative use-cases; utilize deep knowledge of AI/ML systems engineering to define future architecture patterns for a multi-cloud platform; develop robust, scalable, and maintainable code that meets high standards of quality and performance; utilize engineering expertise to coach and influence enterprise data scientists and ML engineers to adopt scalable, robust process architecture for AI/ML use-cases; stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI/ML technology and introduce innovative techniques and tools to the team; mentor and develop junior engineers on the team; participate in the entire software development lifecycle - design, implementation, testing, CI/CD and production operations; automate infrastructure, application and services to enable an automated delivery through the CI/CD pipelines to the cloud; ensure proprietary applications satisfy rigorous internally defined technical requirements for performance, resiliency, availability and scalability; collaborate with solutions users to build, extend, and enhance applications that accelerate efficiency and innovation across the organization; provide post deployment support and to quickly respond to and resolve unexpected service problems. May telecommute.
REQUIREMENTS: Employer will accept a Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field and 24 months of experience in the job offered or in a software engineering-related occupation.
Experience must include:
* Data pipelines;
* Model inference;
* MLOps for batch and real-time endpoints on cloud platforms;
* Databricks, Azure, AWS, GCP, or Snowflake;
* Python or Java;
* Query and data processing tools including PySpark and SQL;
* Command-line tools such as Shell, Regex, or cloud CLI;
* DevOps practices, including CI/CD, containerization, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code;
* AI/ML development in healthcare, or insurance industries; and
* AI/ML lifecycle and variations for different use-cases including non-generative and generative.
RATE OF PAY: $109,447 - $207,936 / per year
Please apply via careers.uhg.com and search for job #2374848
Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)
UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision, as well as matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field
- 24 months of experience in the job offered or in a software engineering-related occupation
- Data pipelines
- Model inference
- MLOps for batch and real-time endpoints on cloud platforms
- Experience with Databricks, Azure, AWS, GCP, or Snowflake
- Python or Java
- Query and data processing tools including PySpark and SQL
- Command-line tools such as Shell, Regex, or cloud CLI
- DevOps practices, including CI/CD, containerization, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code
- AI/ML development experience in healthcare or insurance industries
- Knowledge of AI/ML lifecycle and variations for non-generative and generative use-cases
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO accrues each pay period with eight paid U.S. holidays plus a floating holiday, and generous time away is consistently emphasized. This breadth supports planned and unplanned time off beyond standard vacation days.
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Parental & Family Support — Six weeks of paid parental leave, up to two weeks of paid caregiver leave, Bright Horizons back‑up care, and adoption assistance signal strong family-oriented support. EAP access with counseling sessions further extends help to employees and their households.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, Calm app membership, tuition reimbursement, commuter and FSA accounts, and broad employee discounts expand everyday wellbeing resources. Free or low‑cost virtual visits complement these lifestyle supports.
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The Company
What We Do
Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, 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. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Optum has three workplace models that balance the needs of the business and the responsibilities of each role. These models, core on‑site (5 days/week), hybrid (4 days/week) and telecommute or fully remote, vary by country, role and location.
Typical time on-site:
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