Lead Full Stack Engineer

Lead Full Stack Engineer, AI SolutionsHumana is seeking a Lead Full Stack Engineer, AI Solutions to lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable digital platforms and AI-enabled solutions across enterprise environments. This role combines hands-on full stack engineering leadership with forward-deployed problem solving, partnering closely with business leaders, architects, and cross-functional teams to translate complex, evolving requirements into secure, production-grade systems.The ideal candidate brings deep experience across front-end and back-end development, cloud-native architecture, platform engineering, and modern AI/ML operations. This person will lead technical direction, mentor engineers, and work directly with stakeholders to build high-quality solutions that improve business outcomes and align with enterprise standards, governance, and modernization initiatives.This position requires a physical presence in one of the following market locations: Louisville, KY, Dallas, TX, Washington, DC, and Chicago, IL.Key ResponsibilitiesLead technical architecture, solution design, and engineering vision for business-critical platforms and AI-enabled applicationsServe as a senior technical leader across all stages of software development, including front-end development, back-end development, database integrations, APIs, user experience, hosting, and server managementTranslate ambiguous business problems into scalable, production-ready solutions by partnering with business leaders, solution owners, and enterprise technology teamsDrive discovery and workflow mapping to identify automation opportunities, evaluate technical feasibility, and define success metricsDesign and prototype cloud-native and AI-enabled solutions, including application architecture, system integrations, deployment patterns, and operational modelsBuild and deploy production-grade applications, RESTful APIs, AI/ML pipelines, and distributed services using approved enterprise technology patternsLead by example through hands-on engineering across platform, backend, frontend, and mobile technologiesMentor and coach a small team of high-performing engineers, fostering technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvementReview code, pull requests, and architecture decisions, providing constructive and actionable feedbackEvaluate problems strategically and tactically, using strong problem-solving skills, data structures, and algorithms to determine the best course of actionPartner with senior business and functional leaders to define technical direction and support enterprise decision-makingCollaborate with architecture, review, and governance teams, including ARB/TRB and EA/EAI stakeholders, to align solutions with enterprise standardsSupport implementation of Cloud 3.0 and modernization design patterns, including onboarding, development readiness, deployment, troubleshooting, and security alignmentEnsure solutions comply with enterprise processes for architecture review, AI governance, cloud onboarding, and operational readinessInvestigate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, tools, and engineering practices that improve speed, quality, scalability, and maintainabilityOptimize systems based on stakeholder and user feedback, and document workflows and implementation details for operational handoff and long-term supportContribute insights from delivery experiences back to internal product, platform, and architecture teams to improve reusable enterprise capabilitiesRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field8+ years of progressive IT experience, including senior-level software engineering experience on large-scale technology initiatives2+ years of project or technical leadership experienceDemonstrated ability to lead significant design and development efforts with minimal supervisionExperience building scalable web platforms, enterprise applications, and highly available web servicesStrong full stack engineering experience across modern front-end and back-end technologiesTech lead-level proficiency in one or more programming languages and frameworks such as TypeScript, Node.js, Java, Spring/Spring Boot, Vue.js, Angular, or similarExperience with React NativeExperience with JSON, RESTful web services, client-server interactions, and microservices patternsExperience designing solution architecture and delivering secure, scalable cloud-native systemsKnowledge of Azure Cloud Services or equivalent cloud platformsExperience with infrastructure and security as codeExperience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and AKSDemonstrated experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence development operations, including implementing, maintaining, and monitoring ML/AI pipelines using industry-standard tools and frameworksStrong understanding of Agentic AI concepts and processesAbility to work effectively with incomplete and evolving requirements, using sound judgment and technical insight to drive progressStrong communication and presentation skills with technical and non-technical stakeholdersExperience collaborating with governance and review bodies and cross-functional teams in enterprise environmentsExperience working within Centers of Excellence (COEs) and executing established playbooksStrong time management skills and the ability to deliver high-quality outcomes on scheduleComfortable giving and receiving feedback across engineering teams and broader organizational stakeholdersPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related fieldExperience with Adobe Experience PlatformExperience with Generative AI tools and AI platforms on GCP, Azure, or other cloud environmentsBackground in forward-deployed engineering, consulting-style delivery, or embedded enterprise solution developmentExperience integrating AI solutions into real-world business workflows while accounting for compliance, operational constraints, and enterprise standardsWork at Home RequirementsTo ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.Scheduled Weekly Hours40Pay RangeThe compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc. $129,300 - $177,800 per year. This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.Description of BenefitsHumana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.