AIML Engineer_SG27

Description – AIML Engineer

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.

 

We are looking for a highly motivated AI Engineer to join our team of engineers building rapid prototypes using the latest technologies. This role is ideal for someone who is a fast learner, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can work with minimal handholding.

 

You will collaborate with other engineers to develop innovative prototypes in short sprints, explore emerging technologies, and help bring AI powered ideas to life. The ideal candidate is comfortable researching topics independently, experimenting with modern frameworks, and presenting work to senior leadership.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Build and iterate on rapid prototypes using modern technologies and frameworks
• Develop backend services using Python and FastAPI
• Build frontend applications using React
• Experiment with and integrate LLMs such as OpenAI GPT, Claude Sonnet, and Google Gemini
• Collaborate closely with engineers in short development sprints
• Research technical topics independently and quickly apply findings to real world solutions
• Deploy and test solutions in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, and GCP
• Use modern AI assisted development tools to accelerate delivery
• Demo prototype solutions to senior leadership and stakeholders
• 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

Qualifications - External

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI powered applications
• Experience building APIs/services using FastAPI
• Experience deploying applications to Azure, AWS, or GCP
• Solid proficiency in Python
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new tools, technologies, and frameworks
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Solid problem solving and research skills
• Good communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to clearly present technical work and prototype outcomes

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience building applications with React for frontend development
• Experience working in rapid prototyping or innovation driven engineering teams
• Familiarity with models such as OpenAI GPT, Claude Sonnet, and Google Gemini
• Familiarity with AI coding and developer productivity tools such as:
  • Codex
  • Claude Code
  • GitHub Copilot

 

What We’re Looking For:

• A builder mindset with a passion for experimenting with the latest technologies
• Someone who can move quickly from idea to working prototype
• A collaborative engineer who can contribute effectively in short sprints
• A confident communicator who can present technical solutions to leadership

 

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.