Associate AI/ML Engineer

Optum; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking experienced AI/ML Engineers to design, develop, and implement AI/ML models that address complex business challenges. You will collaborate with data science, engineering, and product teams to translate research into scalable, production-ready solutions.

The role requires strong programming in Python, experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow/PyTorch, and a solid understanding of statistics and model validation. Join a team driving health optimization globally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML.
• Experience with the full life cycle of AI/ML projects including EDA, model development, tuning, and drift analysis.
• Proficiency in frameworks such as Scikit Learn, TensorFlow, and PyTorch.

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 AI/ML.
• Collaborate with research, engineering, and product teams to translate AI advancements into production-ready capabilities.

Skills

Python

Machine Learning

Data Science

SQL

Pandas

NumPy

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Data Science/Statistics

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Scikit-Learn

SQL

Pandas

NumPy

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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.

AI/ML Engineers code and develop software that deploys ML models and algorithms in production. Communicate and present complex analytics results and concepts to leadership and internal stakeholders. Employee AI and/or ML that may include natural language processing (NLP), natural language understanding (NLU), semantic understanding, intent classification, computer vision, deep learning, and automatic speech recognition (ASR). Applies deep learning technologies to give computers that capability to visualize, learn and respond to complex situations. May adapt machine learning to areas such as artificial intelligence, robotics and other products that allow users to have an interactive experience. Work with large scale computing frameworks, data analysis systems. Employees in this role are expected to apply knowledge of experimental methodologies, statistics, optimization, probability theory and machine learning using code for tool building, statistical analysis, using both general purpose software and statistical languages. AI/ML Applied Scientists specialize in advancing and applying artificial intelligence through research-driven, experimental research, and translate research findings into practical AI solutions for the organization. Basic, structured, standard approach to work.

Primary 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
• Analyzes and investigates
• Provides explanations and interpretations within area of expertise
• Ai Scientist Responsibilities: (manager discretion if AI responsibilities are already present in JD)
• Collaborate with research, engineering, and product teams to translate cutting-edge AI advancements into production-ready capabilities. Uphold ethical AI principles by embedding fairness, transparency, and accountability throughout the model development lifecycle
• 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:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML
• Experience with the full life cycle of AI/ML projects, including EDA, model development, tuning, and drift analysis
• Solid understanding of mathematical and statistical concepts
• Proficiency in frameworks such as Scikit Learn, TensorFlow, and PyTorch
• Proven solid programming skills in Python, with experience in pandas, numpy, and SQL
• Proven excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Proven solid communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a team environment

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 committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.