Director Technology - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

21h•$134,600 - $230,800•Remote

About The Position

Optum Tech is a global leader in health care innovation. Our teams develop cutting-edge solutions that help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. From advanced data analytics and AI to cybersecurity, we use innovative approaches to solve some of health care’s most complex challenges. Your contributions here have the potential to change lives. Ready to build the next breakthrough? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 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 in Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of progressive experience in technology leadership, including experience delivering complex, enterprise-scale solutions
Demonstrated experience leading HR technology domains such as Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, or Talent Acquisition
Proven track record translating business needs into scalable, enterprise technology or AI-enabled solutions
Experience driving end-to-end delivery across multiple cross-functional initiatives, including planning, execution, and operationalization
Solid experience working in matrixed environments, influencing without direct authority across Product, Engineering, Data, and business stakeholders
Experience establishing and operating within governance, risk, and compliance frameworks, particularly in regulated environments
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and align senior stakeholders on priorities, trade-offs, and outcomes

Nice To Haves

Experience leading or delivering AI/ML-driven solutions, including adoption, scaling, and operationalization within enterprise environments
Deep understanding of HR platforms and ecosystems (e.g., recruiting, payroll, benefits, employee experience platforms)
Experience with enterprise transformation programs or large-scale modernization initiatives
Familiarity with data, analytics, and automation platforms supporting AI-enabled capabilities
Experience working with third-party vendors and strategic partners to deliver technology solutions
Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) in Technology, Business, or related discipline
Strategic thinker with ability to connect enterprise vision to execution
Solid ability to drive AI adoption and organizational change in complex environments
Expertise in governance, risk management, and compliance alignment
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving environments with multiple stakeholders
Excellent communication and executive presence, with ability to translate technical concepts into business outcomes
Solid focus on delivery outcomes, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Serve as senior technology lead for the Corporate Transformation (PTR) initiative across Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and Talent Acquisition, driving alignment to enterprise workforce strategy
Translate business strategy into scalable, reusable technology capabilities that support cross-functional HR products and services
Establish and evolve a capability roadmap aligned to enterprise objectives, AI strategy, and funding priorities
Act as a matrixed AI leader driving delivery and adoption of AI-enabled solutions across the People Technology portfolio
Translate complex business needs into scalable, compliant, and value-driven AI solutions that enhance employee experience and operational efficiency
Lead the operationalization and scaling of AI capabilities, ensuring measurable business outcomes and sustained adoption
Partner across Product, Engineering, Data, HR, Security, and external vendors to deliver integrated, enterprise-grade solutions
Serve as a connective layer between strategy and execution, ensuring alignment across stakeholders and initiatives
Influence and align leadership teams on prioritization, trade-offs, and delivery models across multiple initiatives
Establish and enforce governance frameworks to ensure AI solutions meet enterprise standards for risk, compliance, security, and ethical use
Ensure alignment with enterprise decision rights, architecture standards, and operational support models for AI and HR technology solutions
Drive consistency in solution design, integration, and lifecycle management across People Tech platforms
Lead end-to-end delivery across discovery, design, build, deployment, and operational transition for complex HR technology initiatives
Balance innovation, modernization, and operational stability, reducing technical debt while advancing capability maturity
Oversee resource allocation, execution planning, and delivery performance across multiple concurrent initiatives
Design and implement scalable, enterprise HR technology capabilities across people, process, and platforms—not just systems
Continuously monitor and improve capability performance, adoption, and user experience, driving measurable gains in efficiency and effectiveness
Identify and drive optimization opportunities through automation, AI, and process standardization
Act as a trusted advisor to senior business and HR leaders on technology strategy, AI adoption, and capability maturity
Lead change management, communication, and adoption strategies to ensure successful rollout of new capabilities
Build solid alignment across enterprise stakeholders and governance bodies to ensure outcomes and value realization