AI/ML Engineer - Gen AI, Python, NLP
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The AIML Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing an AI focused architecture involving different data sources (pdfs, excels, macros, APIs, etc) prepared for different models (ML,GenAI and LLMs) that work in a cohesive way for various use cases for the consumers.
Engineer will also be responsible for finding AIML opportunities and implementing AI/ML solutions within Sales and Digital space to improve/enhance user experience, automate manual process and make predictive analysis in consumer journey and support with competitive analysis and study. The candidate should be proficient in Python and have a strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement AI/ML models to solve complex business problems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for AI/ML integration
- Conduct data analysis and interpret results to drive decision-making
- Stay current with the latest trends and advancements in the field of AI/ML
Required Qualifications:
- Required Skills:
5+ years of experience in Python using common data science libraries such as scikit-learn and Databricks
3+ years of experience applying NLP (transformers, gpt,etc) in a production setting using large amounts of data
2-3 years of experience applying LLMs (RAG, vector db, embeddings) to solve real world problems
Experience applying data science techniques in a commercial enterprise, including supervised, unsupervised learning, NLP, time-series forecasting and other statistical analyses
Experience building APIs for the models - Good experience with one of the cloud platforms (Azure, AWS or GCP). Having Azure cloud experience is more preferred.
Strong written & verbal communication skills; including the ability to present detailed analyses to a broad audience
Organized self-starter, with drive and commitment; able to work with little supervision
Strong analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills - Nice-to-Have:
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- HSA
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
Vacation and Time Off
- Leave of Absence
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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