Principal Software Engineer
Optum is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead IAM architecture and secure AI system design within their global healthtech operations. The role focuses on building scalable systems using Java, Python, and AWS, with specific emphasis on security guardrails for Generative and Agentic AI. You will drive threat modeling, infrastructure automation, and security observability across large-scale environments. The position acts as a key SME, mentoring teams and collaborating on global security roadmaps.
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Experience
Experience not specified
Function
Engineering
Work mode
Onsite, India
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
Optum is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead IAM architecture and secure AI system design within their global healthtech operations. The role focuses on building scalable systems using Java, Python, and AWS, with specific emphasis on security guardrails for Generative and Agentic AI. You will drive threat modeling, infrastructure automation, and security observability across large-scale environments. The position acts as a key SME, mentoring teams and collaborating on global security roadmaps.
TAL's take
High-impact architectural role at a major global healthcare company with clear focus on advanced AI and security domains.
Highly specific requirements regarding IAM, AWS security guardrails for AI, and RAG architecture.
Must haves
- Lead architecture and implementation of IAM solutions (OAuth2, OIDC, SAML)
- Hands-on expertise with Terraform for infrastructure as code
- Solid programming skills in Python and Java for production systems
- Proven experience with AWS AI services including Amazon Bedrock
- Experience designing and implementing RAG architectures
- Proficiency in AWS services including Lambda, API Gateway, and WAF
Tools and skills
Nice to have: liveperson.
About the company
Large established global healthcare organization with a significant technology division in India.
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