Senior Manager, Software Engineering

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Hartford, Connecticut, United States UnitedHealth Group Full-time

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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 benefits and career development opportunities. 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.

This role leads one or several Agile teams to deliver high quality products and services. It blends technical program management with delivery leadership
- coaching teams, orchestrating dependencies, and ensuring all work aligns to organizational objectives and is executed against clear definitions of done. As an AI First leader, the role visibly models responsible AI adoption and helps teams embed approved AI tools into everyday workflows to improve efficiency and strengthen decision making.

If you are located in Hartford, CT or Eden Prairie MN, you will have the flexibility to work remotely*, as well as work in the office as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary

Responsibilities:

Program & Delivery LeadershipEnsure all work across the product/journey (O&M, Capital, Tech Enablement) is captured, integrated, and aligned to organizational objectivesDefine, document, and manage the Definition of Done (DoD) to uphold consistent delivery standardsLead forecasting and capacity/demand discussions with engineering partners to support predictable and sustainable deliveryFacilitate the decomposition of Product Backlog Items (the what/why) into sprint ready work (the how) with engineering and architecture PartnersIdentify and manage technical dependencies; contribute to integration strategy and technical roadmapsDevelop and maintain team level release roadmaps that provide visibility into customer value deliveryDrive prioritization to maintain a single, unified backlog across stakeholdersRemove process impediments and protect teams from external disruptions that impact flowMaintain and communicate delivery metrics (flow, quality, predictability) and foster a culture of continuous improvementAI First Leadership & Responsible AdoptionModel AI usage in day to day work; coach teams to use approved AI tools to augment decision making, improve efficiency, and expand capacityCreate space for responsible AI experimentation within enterprise governance; reinforce compliant, ethical, and policy aligned AI usageEncourage participation in AI skill building (e.g., AI Literacy, AI Dojo, leadership enablement) and help teams meaningfully apply new learning to their workEnable the team to continuously improve how they work by creatively applying AI tools to reimagine workflows, elevate quality, and modernize their approach to problem solving

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent experience)10+ years in software engineering or technology delivery (healthcare preferred)5+ years leading delivery teams in a fast paced or matrixed environment1+ years of demonstrated AI User mindset: consistently embeds approved AI tools into daily workflows and effectively coaches teams on responsible, productive adoption of AIWorking knowledge of Agile and modern delivery practices (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) with the ability to apply them pragmaticallyProven solid grounding in SDLC, team level planning, backlog clarity, and release coordinationDemonstrated ability to manage team level dependencies, risks, capacity planning, and delivery metrics to ensure predictable outcomes

Preferred

Qualifications:

Healthcare or regulated industry experienceProven excellent communication, facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder management skills

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary,

we offer
benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $, to $, annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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