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Job spotlight: Optum Ireland – where healthcare meets data innovation

Optum Ireland is looking for talented individuals with skills in data engineering, data science, analytics, and related areas to join their team in 2024 and support the creation of data and technology-driven solutions in healthcare

Join a team that creates better outcomes for millions of people and find new ways to continue Caring, Connecting, Growing Together

Thu Jun 27 2024 - 10:06

At Optum, we believe in the power of data and technology to transform the world for the better. Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the healthcare system work better for everyone. We achieve this by leveraging the latest innovations and the brightest minds in the field.

As part of UnitedHealth Group, ranked fourth on Fortune 500′s 2024 list of United States corporations, we are one of the world’s leading healthcare companies. We are innovators and doers, caregivers and collaborators who are driven by integrity, compassion, inclusion and performance. We welcome all perspectives and celebrate each other’s successes, because that not only builds stronger relationships, but it also strengthens the work we do.

There are no limits here on the resources you’ll have or the challenges you’ll encounter. With our hands at work across all aspects of health, we use the most advanced development tools, AI, data science and leading-edge approaches to achieve positive change. We are further expanding our presence and are currently seeking talented individuals to join our team in Ireland. If you’re interested in hearing more about careers at Optum, read on.

Tell us a little about Optum and some of the innovation it’s involved in

Optum is a global leader in healthcare technology committed to modernising the health system in a socially conscious way to improve health outcomes worldwide. In short, we use forward-looking tools like artificial intelligence, machine- learning and cloud-based technologies to help solve health issues at scale.

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How long have you been operating in Ireland and where are your key locations?

We are proud to be a long-standing contributor to the Irish economy and community, supporting global healthcare systems from Ireland for more than 20 years. In that time, we have built a dynamic and diverse team of over 1,600 talented individuals in Dublin and Letterkenny, and we are excited to add to this number in 2024.

Why is it a great place to work?

Optum is full of inspiring career stories and opportunities. We also recognise our collective power to make an impact across our communities because we believe the health of any society is measured by the overall health of its people. It’s about caring. connecting and growing together, which is also the mission statement of the organisation. We offer a lifetime of growth opportunities and support your short and long-term goals. We are passionate about shared growth – when you move forward, we all do.

We’re deeply committed to building an inclusive environment where our team members can do their best work. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive compensation and benefits, and defined routes of progression to get you to the next step in your career.

Our dedication to social responsibility extends beyond transforming healthcare. We’re passionate about sustainability and making a positive impact on our local communities through charitable engagements, educational scholarships and diversity initiatives. Eighty per cent of our team members actively volunteer their time, with their charitable contributions matched euro for euro by the United Health Foundation.

In recognition of our work within this space, Optum Ireland was recently shortlisted at the 2023 European Diversity awards in the Diversity in Tech Initiative and Social Mobility Initiative of the Year categories.

What roles will you be hiring?

Optum is home to the world’s largest collection of health-related data. With a rich clinical database that covers claims data for more than 160 million individuals, the impact of our work improves lives around the world.

We are always on the lookout for talented individuals with skills in Data Engineering, Data Science, Analytics, and related areas.

Depending on your expertise, you could be involved in:

  • Data Science: Using sound foundation in statistics, extracting analytical insights from data and applying machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques to predict outcomes, as well as traditional analytic techniques.
  • Data Engineering: Acquiring datasets, developing data transformation algorithms and pipelines, transformation and validation routines, enrichment, while ensuring compliance.
  • Analytics: Analysing healthcare data to uncover patterns, trends, and opportunities for improvement.

How do I apply for a role with Optum?

If interested in embarking on a rewarding career at the intersection of healthcare and technology, click here to share your details with us.

If you’d like to know more about us, visit our careers website here

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