[Remote] Senior AI or ML Engineer - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Optum is a global leader in health care innovation, seeking a Senior AI/ML Engineer to join their Consumer Engineering team. The role involves driving digital transformation through the design and deployment of scalable AI and machine learning models to enhance the consumer healthcare experience.ResponsibilitiesPrioritize and execute tasks in the software development life cycle (SDLC) for AI/ML tools and applicationsDesign, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with an emphasis on the responsible use of AIUse enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvementDevelop tools, pipelines, and applications by producing clean, efficient, and scalable code in Python, Core Java, or ScalaAutomate infrastructure provisioning and development operations through appropriate scripting and tools (e.g., Terraform)Review, debug, and optimize code to maintain the highest standards of software quality, security, and performancePerform validation, performance, and verification testing on deep learning and machine learning modelsEvaluate emerging trends and research in artificial intelligence and machine learning to inform solution design and strategic innovationDocument development phases, architectures, and monitor deployed AI systems to ensure enterprise-scale reliabilitySkillsBachelor's degree or 4+ years of equivalent software engineering or data science experience in lieu of a degree5+ years of software development experience with proficiency in Python, Core Java, or Scala3+ years of experience designing, building, and deploying AI/ML models or pipelines into production environments3+ years of experience with cloud platforms (Azure or AWS) and container orchestration using Kubernetes2+ years of experience in data engineering (e.g., GraphQL, database design, and data pipeline construction)Experience with infrastructure automation using tools such as TerraformExperience utilizing version control systems (e.g., GitHub) for professional team collaborationBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, or a related technical fieldExperience working with large-scale datasets, data warehousing, and distributed query enginesExperience establishing continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for ML models (MLOps)Knowledge of modern Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and prompt engineering best practicesProven solid analytical, communication, and collaboration skills to bridge technical concepts with business requirementsAll employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyBenefitsA comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)Company OverviewOptum provides primary care and optical care services. It was founded in 1985, and is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://nm.optum.com.