Senior Manager User Experience - Remote

MedStar Health; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 106,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Senior Engineering Manager to spearhead innovation in mobile applications. This role involves leading a team of engineers, ensuring project delivery, and collaborating with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals. Candidates should possess a strong background in software development and leadership, with a focus on mobile applications. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work and a rewarding environment that promotes career growth and development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with software development methodologies.
• 5+ years of experience in software development focused on mobile apps.
• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software engineers.
• Oversee planning and delivery of software projects.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the team.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Software Development

Mobile App Development

Agile Methodologies

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

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.

As a Senior Engineering Manager, you'll lead the charge in shaping the future of enterprise mobility - driving innovation at scale through cutting-edge mobile applications. You'll guide a team of engineers in building intuitive, secure, and high-performance mobile applications. With a sharp focus on scalability, user-centric design, and seamless integration with mission-critical systems, your leadership will directly influence productivity, collaboration, and decision-making at every level of the project. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact - where engineering excellence meets real-world enterprise transformation.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership:
  
  
  
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment
  
  
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
  
  
  
  


• Project Management:
  
  
  
  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, ensuring they meet quality standards and deadlines
  
  
  • Allocate resources effectively and manage project risks to ensure successful outcomes
  
  
  
  


• Technical Oversight:
  
  
  
  • Provide technical guidance and support to the development team, ensuring best practices in coding, testing, and deployment
  
  
  • Review and approve technical designs and architecture to ensure scalability and efficiency
  
  
  
  


• Strategic Planning:
  
  
  
  • Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement of the mobile app platform
  
  
  • Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders to align engineering efforts with business goals
  
  
  
  


• Quality Assurance:
  
  
  
  • Ensure high standards of code quality and performance through rigorous testing and debugging processes
  
  
  • Implement and maintain processes for managing technical debt and improving codebase health
  
  
  
  


• Customer Focus:
  
  
  
  • Work closely with customer support teams to address user issues and feedback promptly
  
  
  • Prioritize feature development and bug fixes based on customer needs and market trends
  
  
  
  


• Communication:
  
  
  
  • Facilitate clear and effective communication between the engineering team and other departments
  
  
  • Prepare and present project updates and technical reports to senior management
  
  
  
  


• Innovation and Adaptability:
  
  
  
  • Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation within the team
  
  
  • Adapt to changing project requirements and priorities, ensuring the team remains agile and responsive
  
  
  
  

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 or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field


• 8+ years of experience with software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum


• 5+ years of experience in software development, with a solid background in mobile app development (React Native preferred)


• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role, managing engineering teams and projects


• 5+ years of experience in programming languages such as Javascript, Swift, Kotlin and other relevant technologies


• 3+ years of experience with leading, mentoring, and managing a team of engineers


• 3+ years of experience in project management, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with software testing, debugging, and quality assurance practices


• Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders


• Proven solid interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and teamwork


• Proven exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues


• Proven innovative thinking to develop creative solutions and drive continuous improvement


• Proven ability to maintain high standards of code quality and performance


• Willingness to stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends


• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities

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

The salary range for this role is $106,800 to $194,200 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.