Architect

Role Overview: Optum is a global organization dedicated to improving health outcomes through the use of technology, connecting individuals with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need. As a skilled Software Engineer / Architect, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining front-end and back-end application components to deliver end-to-end AI-enabled solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and enhance organizational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain user interfaces, server-side logic, databases, APIs, and deployment processes - Build and optimize AI-enabled solutions to enhance application functionality and user experience - Perform analysis, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation of software - Leverage cloud-native technologies to design scalable, secure, and cost-efficient solutions - Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for cloud environments using tools like Terraform - Deliver high-quality, end-to-end solutions while collaborating with agile teams and stakeholders - Ensure adherence to engineering best practices, agile methodologies, and cloud security standards - Contribute to product roadmaps by evaluating customer needs and new tools, AI frameworks, and cloud technologies - Automate tasks, build reusable utilities, and monitor/optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency - Integrate AI/ML models into applications and troubleshoot technical issues promptly - Research and develop innovative solutions to improve future capabilities - Guide and mentor junior developers to foster team growth Qualifications Required: - Degree in IT, Computer Science, Business, or equivalent experience - 9+ years of experience in software engineering, including microservices, REST APIs, and web applications - Experience with Python libraries such as Pandas, Flask, and PySpark - Hands-on experience with public cloud platforms (preferably Azure) and managing infrastructure using IaC tools like Terraform - Knowledge of component-based architectures, React, microservice architecture, REST API integration, and cloud-native architectures - Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and Agile development methodologies - Proficiency in Python, React, Node.js, PostgreSQL, CI/CD pipelines, and security vulnerabilities addressing - Passion for technology, innovation, continuous learning, problem-solving, and communication skills Please note that UnitedHealth Group is committed to helping people live healthier lives and addressing health disparities to improve health outcomes for all individuals, irrespective of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income levels. Role Overview: Optum is a global organization dedicated to improving health outcomes through the use of technology, connecting individuals with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need. As a skilled Software Engineer / Architect, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining front-end and back-end application components to deliver end-to-end AI-enabled solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and enhance organizational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain user interfaces, server-side logic, databases, APIs, and deployment processes - Build and optimize AI-enabled solutions to enhance application functionality and user experience - Perform analysis, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation of software - Leverage cloud-native technologies to design scalable, secure, and cost-efficient solutions - Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for cloud environments using tools like Terraform - Deliver high-quality, end-to-end solutions while collaborating with agile teams and stakeholders - Ensure adherence to engineering best practices, agile methodologies, and cloud security standards - Contribute to product roadmaps by evaluating customer needs and new tools, AI frameworks, and cloud technologies - Automate tasks, build reusable utilities, and monitor/optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency - Integrate AI/ML models into applications and troubleshoot technical issues promptly - Research and develop innovative solutions to improve future capabilities - Guide and mentor junior developers to foster team growth Qualifications Required: - Degree in IT, Computer Science, Business, or equivalent experience - 9+ years of experience in software engineering, including microservices, REST APIs, and web applications - Experience with Python libraries such as Pandas, Flask, and PySpark - Hands-on experience with public cloud platforms (preferably Azure) and managing infrastructure using IaC tools like Terraform - Knowledge of component-based architectures, React, microservice architecture, REST API integration, and cloud-native archit