Lead Software Engineer - Louisville, KY - 2374848

UnitedHealth Group Inc

Louisville, KY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$109,447–$207,936 Per Year
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud Computing, Coaching, Command Line, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Management, Data Processing, Data Science, DevOps, Diversity, Docker, Facebook, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), Genetics, HTML (HyperText Markup Language), Health Insurance, Health Plan, Healthcare, Information Technology Software, Interviewing Skills, Java, LinkedIn, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, Printing, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regular Expressions, SQL (Structured Query Language), Sales, Scalable System Development, Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Stock Purchase Plans, Sustainability, Systems Engineering, Testing, Training Tools, USPS (United States Post Office), Unix Shell Programming, Use Cases, Work From Home, YouTube
LOCATION
Louisville, KY
POSTED
3 days ago

Lead Software Engineer - Louisville, KY - 2374848 at UnitedHealth Group

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Lead Software Engineer - Louisville, KY - 2374848

Requisition number: 2374848 Job category: Technology Primary location: Louisville, KY Date posted: 07/02/2026 Overtime status: Exempt Travel: No

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Lead Software Engineer - Louisville, KY - 2374848

EMPLOYER: Optum Services Inc.

JOB TITLE: Lead Software Engineer

LOCATION: 9100 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40222

DUTIES: Build high performing and scalable data systems, applications, and data pipelines to process very large amounts of data from multiple sources; develop services, controls, and reusable patterns that enable the team to deliver value safely, quickly, and sustainably in the public cloud; build platform features to for AI/ML lifecycle include data processing, AI inference (batch, real-time, hybrid) and end-to-end MLOps for non-generative and generative use-cases; utilize deep knowledge of AI/ML systems engineering to define future architecture patterns for a multi-cloud platform; develop robust, scalable, and maintainable code that meets high standards of quality and performance; utilize engineering expertise to coach and influence enterprise data scientists and ML engineers to adopt scalable, robust process architecture for AI/ML use-cases; stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI/ML technology and introduce innovative techniques and tools to the team; mentor and develop junior engineers on the team; participate in the entire software development lifecycle - design, implementation, testing, CI/CD and production operations; automate infrastructure, application and services to enable an automated delivery through the CI/CD pipelines to the cloud; ensure proprietary applications satisfy rigorous internally defined technical requirements for performance, resiliency, availability and scalability; collaborate with solutions users to build, extend, and enhance applications that accelerate efficiency and innovation across the organization; provide post deployment support and to quickly respond to and resolve unexpected service problems. May telecommute.

REQUIREMENTS: Employer will accept a Master"s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field and 24 months of experience in the job offered or in a software engineering-related occupation.

Experience must include:

  • Data pipelines;
  • Model inference;
  • MLOps for batch and real-time endpoints on cloud platforms;
  • Databricks, Azure, AWS, GCP, or Snowflake;
  • Python or Java;
  • Query and data processing tools including PySpark and SQL;
  • Command-line tools such as Shell, Regex, or cloud CLI;
  • DevOps practices, including CI/CD, containerization, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code;
  • AI/ML development in healthcare, or insurance industries; and
  • AI/ML lifecycle and variations for different use-cases including non-generative and generative.

RATE OF PAY: $109,447 - $207,936 / per year

Please apply via careers.uhg.com and search for job #2374848

Careers with Optum. Here"s the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make health care work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world"s large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life"s best work.(sm)

UnitedHealth Group offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision, as well as matching 401k and an employee stock purchase plan.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions worldwide. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others.

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COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1977
WEBSITE
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