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[Remote] Senior Software Engineer

Remote · Nigeria Full-time

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Optum is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop scalable enterprise software and AI-powered applications. The role focuses on building secure, high-performance solutions, integrating AI capabilities, automating software delivery, and collaborating across teams to address business and healthcare challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy scalable, high-performance software applications and AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with emphasis on responsible use of AI
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code while participating in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Integrate pre-trained machine learning models and Generative AI APIs into existing applications to build intelligent features, chatbot interfaces, and automations
  • Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate testing, and drive continuous improvement
  • Set up, optimize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automating testing and software delivery processes
  • Evaluate emerging tech and AI trends to inform software design, architecture, and strategic team innovation
  • Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior and mid-level software engineers to maintain design standards and high-quality deliverables
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, system architects, and cross-functional teams to translate requirements into robust technical specifications

Skills

  • Associate's degree
  • 7+ years of professional software development experience
  • 5+ years of experience with backend programming languages (such as Java, Python, Node.js, C#, or C++)
  • 3+ years of experience designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • 3+ years of experience with automated testing and implementing CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)
  • 1+ years of experience building applications that integrate machine learning APIs, cognitive services, or generative AI models
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
  • Experience working with vector databases and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) frameworks
  • Strong understanding of responsible AI principles, including data privacy, security, and fairness in software integration
  • Experience building intelligent automation workflows, chat systems, or virtual assistant features
  • Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment

Benefits

  • You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S.
  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

Company Overview

  • Optum provides primary care and optical care services. It was founded in 1985, and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://nm.optum.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Optum has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 338 in 2026, 648 in 2025, 559 in 2024, 620 in 2023, 851 in 2022, 593 in 2021, 438 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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