Join Optum, a global leader in health optimization, and drive innovation in healthcare technology. We're seeking a talented Software Engineering Lead to design, build, and deploy cutting-edge cloud-based applications. You'll leverage your expertise in React, Python, and AI technologies to create impactful solutions that connect people with the care they need. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration, learning, and professional growth, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities to make a real difference.

At Optum, we are dedicated to advancing health outcomes globally. This role offers the chance to work with talented peers and contribute to a mission that prioritizes caring, connecting, and growing together. Be part of a team that's shaping the future of health by harnessing the power of technology and AI.

Lead the design, development, and deployment of secure, scalable cloud applications and services. Build and maintain both front-end (React, TypeScript) and back-end (Python, SQL) components for modern web applications. Develop robust APIs, integrations, and data-driven solutions using contemporary engineering practices.

Innovate with AI, including LLMs and Generative AI, to enhance engineering productivity and application capabilities. Integrate AI features like RAG, intelligent search, and conversational experiences into new and existing business applications. Assist in operationalizing agentic AI solutions, focusing on prompt engineering, tool integration, and orchestration frameworks.

Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions for reporting, analytics, and process automation. Participate in all SDLC phases, adhering to Agile and Lean methodologies. Ensure high code quality and foster engineering excellence through code reviews and design discussions.

Build and support cloud-native solutions on Azure, leveraging services like Azure OpenAI and Azure AI Search. Implement CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), and DevOps practices using Docker and Kubernetes. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, ensuring application reliability and performance meet service-level objectives.

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience, is required. You'll need over 7 years of experience in Agile/Lean software development practices and more than 4 years of experience with cloud environments, preferably Azure.

Demonstrated expertise in front-end development with JavaScript, TypeScript, and React, along with back-end proficiency in Python and SQL database management is essential. Experience automating CI/CD pipelines and utilizing source control systems like Git and GitHub is crucial. You must have hands-on experience designing, developing, and deploying applications that integrate with Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI services, or AI agents.

Proven ability in building scalable, secure enterprise-grade applications using microservices and service-oriented architectures. Experience with containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes is required. Proficiency in building infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code, ideally Terraform, is expected. Familiarity with AI application patterns such as RAG, prompt engineering, vector databases, and semantic search is important.

Knowledge of agent orchestration frameworks (e.g., Semantic Kernel, LangChain) and Modular Agent Design is beneficial. The ability to use AI-assisted development tools to boost productivity and a solid understanding of software quality, testing, and documentation practices are key. Excellent communication and collaboration skills are necessary to work effectively with global, cross-functional teams.