Remote Forward-Deployed AI Engineer for Healthcare

Optum; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum Forward Deployed Engineer role focuses on building and deploying AI-powered solutions within client environments. You will work with delivery teams to translate requirements into production-ready code and integrate AI models with enterprise systems.

The role requires strong programming skills, client-facing experience, and experience with cloud platforms. Remote work within the United States is supported with some onsite in specific markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Java, SQL).
• 2+ years in a consulting or advisory capacity with client objectives.
• Experience in client-facing engagements and working with stakeholders.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and APIs.
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts and prompt engineering.

Responsibilities

• Build and deploy AI-powered solutions in client environments.
• Develop components using Python, Java, SQL and modern frameworks.
• Support development, testing, and deployment activities.
• Collaborate with client teams and senior engineers on delivery.
• Document solutions and enable knowledge transfer to client teams.

Skills

Programming (Python/Java/SQL)

Client-facing experience

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

AI/ML concepts

API integration

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Data Science

Job description

Optum Forward Deployed Engineer role focuses on building and deploying AI-powered solutions within client environments. You will work with delivery teams to translate requirements into production-ready code and integrate AI models with enterprise systems.

The role requires strong programming skills, client-facing experience, and experience with cloud platforms. Remote work within the United States is supported with some onsite in specific markets.