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 advantages and career development prospects. 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.
Primary Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership & Delivery
Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-scale AI/ML and Generative AI solutions, including LLM and agentic systems (e.g., OpenAI, Gemini, Claude, Copilot)
Define and scale AI-driven engineering practices, including AI-enabled SDLC (AIDLC) frameworks, tools, and reusable platforms
Drive the productionization of AI solutions, including performance optimization, monitoring, observability, and reliability
Team Leadership




Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing, globally distributed team of AI/ML leaders, AI/agentic engineers, and full-stack and quality engineers
Own talent development, including hiring, upskilling, performance management, and career growth
Foster a culture of innovation, experimentation, and continuous learning
Stakeholder & Business Engagement
Partner with Product, Business, and Platform teams to define AI-driven solutions aligned to strategic priorities
Drive alignment on roadmap, prioritization, and delivery outcomes across cross-functional teams
Resolve complex technical and organizational challenges spanning engineering, data, infrastructure, and business domains
Influence product and business strategy by bringing a robust AI/ML perspective to decision-making
Thought Leadership & Evangelism
Stay current with emerging trends in AI, LLMs, and agentic systems, and tran

📌 Director Ai/ml Engineering Hyderabad
🏢 Optum
📍 Hyderabad