Senior AI/ML Engineer: Full-Stack & AI Solutions (Remote)

Optum; Minnetonka (MN); Remote; USD 120,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum in the United States seeks a senior full-stack engineer to drive frontend and backend development across React.js, Java, and cloud-native services. You will design APIs, implement Kafka streaming, deploy on Kubernetes, and contribute to AI-powered solutions.

You will have remote work flexibility from anywhere in the U.S., with Minneapolis area colleagues in the office at least four days per week. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• BS in CS/Software Eng or related field, or equivalent
• 4+ years full-stack engineering experience
• 3+ years AI/ML solutions with LLMs/Generative AI
• 3+ years cloud apps (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• 3+ years Kafka event streaming architecture
• 3+ years high-performance MySQL schemas for high-volume workloads
• 3+ years deploying microservices on Kubernetes
• 3+ years CI/CD and modern build pipelines

Responsibilities

• Develop frontend apps with React.js and TanStack Query
• Design and build REST/GraphQL APIs in Java with MySQL schemas
• Implement Kafka producers/consumers and schema design
• Deploy, scale and troubleshoot services on Kubernetes
• Set up GitHub Actions pipelines with Artifactory integration
• Leverage AI tools (GitHub Copilot) to improve code quality
• Monitor logs and performance with Splunk, Dynatrace, Zabbix, Grafana
• Write tests with CodeQL/SonarQube and ensure security/quality
• Participate in PLM, code reviews, agile ceremonies, document features
• Develop AI-powered solutions with responsible AI practices

Skills

Full-stack engineering

AI/ML solutions

Cloud experience

Kafka event streaming

Kubernetes/microservices

CI/CD + testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related field

Tools

React.js

TanStack Query

Java

REST & GraphQL APIs

MySQL

Kafka

Kubernetes

GitHub Actions

JFrog Artifactory

Splunk

Dynatrace

Zabbix

Grafana

CodeQL/SonarQube

Job description

Optum in the United States seeks a senior full-stack engineer to drive frontend and backend development across React.js, Java, and cloud-native services. You will design APIs, implement Kafka streaming, deploy on Kubernetes, and contribute to AI-powered solutions.

You will have remote work flexibility from anywhere in the U.S., with Minneapolis area colleagues in the office at least four days per week. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within a