[Hiring] Lead Software Engineer Cloud & AI Platform @UnitedHealth Group

Role Description

As a Lead Software Engineer within the Growth Office – Modernization & AI Acceleration, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and deploying a scalable, cloud-based platform that accelerates modernization and AI adoption across the organization.

• Design, develop, and deploy a cloud-based platform with a focus on scalability, reliability, performance, and security
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into robust technical solutions
• Contribute to architecture and technical design, including technology selection, infrastructure decisions, and integration patterns
• Establish and maintain coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor engineers on modern engineering practices
• Partner with cross-functional teams including data scientists, product managers, and UI/UX designers
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions using no-code, low-code, and advanced AI platforms
• Translate business needs into scalable AI applications that enhance products, workflows, and decision-making
• Monitor and optimize platform performance and resource utilization
• Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to ensure secure, scalable deployment and operations
• Stay current with advancements in cloud technologies, AI/ML frameworks, and Generative AI

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a software engineer or technical developer delivering cloud-based solutions
• 5+ years of experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
• 5+ years of programming experience in Golang, Python, JavaScript, or Java
• 1+ years of experience with security and compliance in cloud environments
• Experience building distributed systems and cloud-native applications

Requirements

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with Generative AI and LLM-based solutions
• Experience mentoring or leading engineers
• Solid problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to propose innovative solutions
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud monitoring tools
• Demonstrated passion for continuous learning in cloud and AI technologies

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

Application Deadline

This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.