Requisition Number: 2341638 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. The Provider Digital Technology team is focused on delivering a unified, intuitive digital entry point for UnitedHealthcare providers and partners to access tools, services, and information. We build consistent, secure, and scalable capabilities that simplify how providers discover, navigate, and engage with UHC's digital ecosystem. By working across UnitedHealthcare and the broader UnitedHealth Group organization, we reduce friction, enhance provider experience, and help advance UHC's mission to make the health system work better for everyone. Our team collaborates closely with engineering, platform, and business partners to integrate diverse applications and data sources into a seamless provider experience across Portal, API, EDI, Chat, and Voice channels. We are also advancing the responsible use of AI, including developing digital assistants and chatbots for both chat and voice interactions, always with a focus on safety, compliance, and improving provider workflows. Our work plays a critical role in scaling digital access, supporting the evolving needs of healthcare providers, and enabling faster, more efficient problem-solving across the care delivery ecosystem. 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: - Drive responsible use of AI/ML adoption across the team, driving innovative use of both Generative AI and traditional ML techniques - Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and continuously improve AI-powered software solutions to meet customer and business needs - Build responsible AI solutions and service components to support the Provider community, ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards - Develop new features leveraging AI/ML, including Generative AI models, predictive analytics, and automation capabilities - Provide technical leadership for AI initiatives, including Chatbots and conversational AI solutions - Partner with product management, architects, and engineering leadership to deliver creative, scalable AI solutions for healthcare challenges - Accountable for high-quality software deliverables and operational excellence - Collaborate with broader engineering teams to integrate AI into cloud modernization efforts and digital-first initiatives - Exercise independent judgment to prioritize, plan, and manage AI-related activities and projects You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: - BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience) - 4+ years of software engineering experience - 2+ years of hands-on experience building AI/ML solutions, including LLMs, Generative AI, and traditional ML models - 2+ years of experience with Web and API development - 2+ years of experience hosting applications in cloud environments (AWS preferred) - Solid experience with Chatbots, Conversational AI, and NLP-based solutions - Solid experience with Agentic AI (MCP or similar agent orchestration frameworks) and Strands Agents - Solid experience in Python or Java - Solid knowledge of security, access controls, logging, monitoring, performance tuning, disaster recovery, and production operations Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in the healthcare industry - Full-stack engineering experience *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $35.00 to $62.50 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Description About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services: We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers—including 80% of the Fortune 500— across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Think of TEKsystems Global Services (TGS) as the growth solution for enterprises today. We unleash growth through technology, strategy, design, execution and operations with a customer-first mindset for bold business leaders. We deliver cloud, data and customer experience solutions. Our partnerships with leading cloud, design and business intelligence platforms fuel our expertise. We value deep relationships, dedication to serving others and inclusion. We drive positive outcomes for our people and our business, and we stay true to our commitments and act in harmony with our words. We exist to create significant opportunity for people to achieve fulfillment through career success. Ready to join us? Here’s what the opportunity supported through our TGS Talent Acquisition Team requires: We are looking for a highly experienced Lead AI Engineer with expert-level proficiency in Python and machine learning to guide our AI initiatives and mentor a talented engineering team. As a technical leader, you will architect and oversee the development of innovative AI solutions, ensuring best practices and high standards across all projects. Key Responsibilities ● Architect, design, and lead the development of advanced machine learning models and AI systems using Python. ● Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of AI/ML engineers and data scientists. ● Oversee end-to-end project lifecycles: from data collection and preprocessing, through model development, to deployment and monitoring. ● Collaborate with product managers, business stakeholders, and engineering teams to define AI strategy and translate business objectives into technical solutions. ● Establish and enforce best practices for coding, model validation, versioning, and reproducibility. ● Review code, provide constructive feedback, and ensure high-quality deliverables. ● Stay abreast of the latest research and advancements in AI/ML, and drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies. ● Present technical concepts and project progress to both technical and non-technical audiences. Required Skills & Qualifications ● 5+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership or lead role. ● Expert-level Python programming skills and deep familiarity with ML libraries (NumPy, pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, LangChain, PyTorch, etc.). ● Demonstrated experience architecting and deploying production-grade machine learning systems. ● Strong understanding of data engineering, feature engineering, and big data tools. ● Experience with cloud platforms (GCP preferred), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and MLOps practices. ● Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills. ● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Nice to Have ● Experience with NLP, computer vision, or generative AI models. ● Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation for ML projects. ● Knowledge of Agentic frameworks, and some experience building agents from scratch for enterprise use cases. ● Contributions to open-source AI/ML projects or published research. Why Join TEKsystems? ● Work with a passionate team making a real impact in multiple industries, whether it be retail, banking, government, pharma, energy or agriculture. ● Grow your skills through ongoing training and development. ● Thrive in a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative environment. ● Be part of the TEKsystems Global Services success story-there’s never been a more exciting time to join us. ● Opportunity to collaborate with Google Experts for projects and ideation. ● Access to ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities. Skills Architecture, Cloud, google cloud, Design, Development, Professional services, artificial intelligence, machine learning, Gcp, Artificial intelligence software, docker, kubernetes Top Skills Details Architecture,Cloud,google cloud,Design,Development,Professional services,artificial intelligence,machine learning,Gcp,Artificial intelligence software Additional Skills & Qualifications Design and implementation- open source scale framework and features and lead architecture 5 years of experience Gen AI work Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Baltimore, MD. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $133100.00 - $199700.00/yr. We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification. Additional earnings may be available through incentive programs like annual bonuses, profit sharing, etc. Our full-time, internal employment benefits include the following: • Medical, Dental, and Vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life and AD&D for employee and dependents) • Short and Long-Term Disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation Benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

• Design and develop AI-enabled services and applications using Python and modern cloud-native architectures. • Integrate large language models (LLMs) and AI APIs into production systems to enable intelligent automation and decision support. • Build scalable microservices and APIs that support AI-driven workflows and data processing. • Develop pipelines and services that process structured and unstructured data to support intelligent applications. • Implement secure APIs and event-driven architectures that support data integration and AI-enabled services. • Optimize AI-powered applications for performance, reliability, and scalability in cloud environments. • Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to translate AI concepts into deployable solutions. • Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support team objectives and ensure the success of the project.

• Create robust metrics and validation plans to ensure that next generation systems do what they are hired to do. • Create and execute plans to improve AI/ML models. • Clean, analyze, and interpret complex health data from Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM), smart insulin pens, and connected mobile apps. • Identify trends, patterns, and key metrics to inform clinical research, product development, and patient health management. • Contribute to the development of machine learning algorithms for insulin titration adjustments and predictive models that improve diabetes outcomes. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate data insights into actionable clinical recommendations. • Understand how to use data from CGM, connected insulin pens, and mobile app data to create next generation recommendation systems. • Design and execute statistical analyses to evaluate the potential impact of clinical decision systems. • Develop visualizations and technical documentation for research papers and presentations. • Build scalable and efficient data pipelines to integrate, clean, and process multi-source health data from legacy products to make this data available to our internal data scientists. • Ensure high-quality data structures that support accurate and reliable analytics. • Partner with clinicians, product teams, and other stakeholders to develop next generation clinical decision systems that turn complex data into clear, actionable insights. • Present findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.