Associate AI/ML Engineer

Role Overview

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. As an Associate AI/ML Engineer, you will design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions and intelligent agents to address business challenges, helping to advance health optimization on a global scale.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-powered solutions, intelligent agents, and automation capabilities.
• Build and integrate AI services using enterprise platforms, APIs, data sources, and workflow tools.
• Rapidly prototype new AI use cases and validate business value through pilots.
• Collaborate with architects, product owners, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical designs.
• Contribute to reusable AI frameworks, engineering standards, and responsible AI practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in software engineering, automation, AI/ML, data engineering, or digital transformation.
• Hands-on experience with Generative AI, LLMs, Python, and Cloud Platforms.
• Solid problem-solving and analytical skills for rapid prototyping in fast-paced environments.

Skills

• Python
• Generative AI
• LLMs
• Cloud Platforms
• APIs