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Senior Software Engineer I - Python and AI or ML

3 days ago Manila, Philippines

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Be able to develop software that deploys ML models and algorithms into production
  • Communicate and present complex analytics results and concepts to leadership and internal stakeholders
  • Employ AI and/or ML that may include:
    • Natural Language Processing (NLP)
    • Natural Language Understanding (NLU)
    • Semantic Understanding
    • Intent Classification
    • Computer Vision
    • Deep Learning
    • Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR)
  • Apply deep learning technologies to give computers the capability to visualize, learn, and respond to complex situations
  • Work with large-scale computing frameworks and data analysis systems
  • Apply knowledge of:

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  • Experimental methodologies
  • Statistics
  • Optimization
  • Probability theory
  • Machine learning
  • Use code for:
    • Tool building
    • Statistical analysis
    • General-purpose software
    • Statistical languages
  • Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so

  • Required Qualifications:

    • Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
    • 6+ years of experience inPython and AI, and is capable of mentoring and supporting junior team members

    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.

    Optum is a drug-free workplace. © 2025 Optum Global Solutions (Philippines) Inc. All rights reserved.

    Client-provided location(s): Manila, Philippines, San Pedro, Philippines, Cebu City, Philippines, Bonifacio Global City, Philippines
    Job ID: UHG-2302530
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME
    Posted: 2025-08-20T20:20:58

    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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