Senior AI/ML Engineer Remote Nationwide or Office-Based in MN/DC/NJ
Optum/UHG · Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States · US
Health Tech
Remote
Not yet analysed
Demand90
Career growth90
Healthcare fit25
Remote potential80
5-year outlook
Senior AI/ML engineers in healthcare typically command high six-figure salaries with strong demand and growth potential, especially with expertise in generative AI and LLMs.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
broad
Seniority
senior
Employment type
–
Date found
2026-09-22
Intelligence details
Why this is worth applying to
Only consider if you have strong software engineering and AI/ML experience; otherwise, it's a stretch. For clinicians with a technical background, this is a high-impact role where clinical domain knowledge adds value.
Who should apply
Clinicians with a background in computer science, data science, or health informatics, and hands-on experience building AI/ML systems, particularly in healthcare settings.
CV angle
Highlight any clinical informatics projects, data analysis, or AI/ML implementations. Emphasize domain knowledge in healthcare workflows and provider pain points, and frame clinical experience as a unique asset for designing user-centric AI solutions.
Skills to highlight
- Python
- Java
- Machine Learning
- LLM/RAG
- Cloud Platforms
- CI/CD
- Responsible AI
- Healthcare Data
Role summary
Senior AI/ML engineer at Optum/UHG leading the design and deployment of production-grade AI solutions, including generative AI assistants, RAG systems, and agentic workflows, to improve provider digital experiences.
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