Join Optum, a global health technology leader dedicated to improving lives. We are seeking a talented Software Engineering Lead to design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge AI-driven applications and automation solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our mission of advancing health optimization on a global scale. You'll be part of an inclusive culture with talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and ample career development opportunities. Come help us make a significant impact on the communities we serve by Caring, Connecting, and Growing together.

Key responsibilities include architecting and building AI-powered applications and automation using Python, alongside optimizing and supporting SQL Server databases with T-SQL. You will deploy cloud-native solutions on Azure or AWS, manage infrastructure using IaC tools like Terraform, and establish robust CI/CD pipelines for seamless automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver scalable technology solutions, while integrating AI capabilities and enterprise systems. Perform code reviews, resolve production issues, and uphold best practices in security and engineering. Monitor application performance, reliability, and scalability, contributing to front-end development with React.js or Angular as needed. Adherence to company policies and directives regarding work arrangements is also expected.

We are looking for candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline. A minimum of 5 years of experience is required in SQL Server, T-SQL, Stored Procedures, and database development, along with 5+ years in Python programming. Experience with Azure/AWS cloud platforms and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Bicep is essential, with a minimum of 2 years in each. Proven experience designing, developing, and supporting scalable enterprise applications, coupled with proficiency in CI/CD, automated deployments, and DevOps practices, is critical. A strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, coding standards, and troubleshooting methodologies, along with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills within an Agile framework, are expected.