Lead AI/ML Engineer - Remote Nationwide or Hybrid in MN/DC

About this role

Optum Tech is a global leader in health care innovation. Our teams develop cutting-edge solutions that help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. From advanced data analytics and AI to cybersecurity, we use innovative approaches to solve some of health care's most complex challenges

Your contributions here have the potential to change lives. Ready to build the next breakthrough? Join us to start Caring. Connecting

Growing together. As a Lead AI/ML Engineer within the Consumer Engineering division of the Chief Digital Office (CDO), you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our digital health platforms. This role is designed for a high-performing engineer with strong software fundamentals and a deep passion for building production-ready, scalable AI services

You will focus on the practical application of Generative AI techniques, designing end-to-end solutions that integrate seamlessly into our enterprise ecosystem. By leveraging modern data platforms and cloud-native architectures, you will help bridge the gap between complex machine learning research and reliable, consumer-facing applications that improve the lives of those we serve. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely* from anywhere within the U.S

as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week

Primary Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and deployment of complex AI-powered solutions to address enterprise-level business challenges, with a focus on responsible AI practices Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to engineering teams building and operating machine-learning models in production environments Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and strategic innovation Architect and implement scalable AI services

Apply for this role on UnitedHealth Group’s official careers site.