Director, Program Management - Technology & Software Engineering - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

4d•Remote

About The Position

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. The Director, Program Management, Enterprise Imaging Engineering leads the orchestration of large-scale, technology-driven initiatives that transform how Enterprise Imaging builds and delivers software. This role ensures reliable, high-quality execution across cloud-native platforms, on-prem to cloud migration, security, quality, and Al-enabled solutions. By partnering with Engineering, Architecture, Cloud Operations, Security, and Product leaders, the Director converts strategy into action-balancing execution rigor with team autonomy to accelerate outcomes without slowing innovation. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience leading technology' or software engineering programs in a matrixed environment
Experience leading small teams and influencing delivery in a matrixed environment
Experience managing complex technical scope, timelines, dependencies, and risks
Solid understanding of software delivery lifecycles, engineering dependencies, and technical risk management
Proven ability to operate independently with high ownership and judgment
Proven solid written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations

Nice To Haves

Experience with cloud-native platforms, enterprise software, or regulated technology environments
Experience supporting platform modernization, cloud migration, security, or Al initiatives
Experience partnering with SRE, Cloud Ops, Security, or Architecture teams
Based in Minnesota to support closer collaboration with leadership and local teams
Highly collaborative leader with a proven ability to influence, align, and build solid stakeholder relationships across technology, business, and external partners
Demonstrated success building productive, trust-based working relationships across all levels of the organization, including senior leadership
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex topics and present clear, compelling information through multiple formats to diverse audiences
Solid analytical and systems-thinking capabilities, including the ability to define meaningful outcome measures and track performance against key metrics
Proven track record of applying innovative and creative approaches to improve consumer experiences
Strategic thinker with strong problem -solving skills, able to quickly identify issues, valuate trade-offs, and drive effective resolutions
Clear understanding of the financial and operations levers of the business that drive profitability and growth
Empowers and motivates others, models ownership, accountability, and a strong bias for action
Effective coach and people leader who actively develops talent and fosters career growth across teams
Willingness and ability to travel (as required to support business needs)

Responsibilities

Leads Enterprise Imaging Engineering's program and portfolio execution of leadership initiatives and new product/solution capabilities, establishing clear governance, operating cadence, and accountability
Leads and develops a team of Program Managers, providing strategic direction, cross functional oversight, and coordination across complex initiatives spanning multiple product, platforms, and modules within the El portfolio
Guides and mentors Project Managers embedded within software development teams, ensuring consistent delivery practices while enabling team autonomy and velocity
Owns Enterprise Imaging portfolio management, providing centralized visibility into delivery status, dependencies, risks, and outcomes for program sponsors and senior business and technology leaders
Advances the use of Al and automation to improve efficiency, quality, reporting and outcomes across program management, delivery operations, and day-to-day workflows