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Senior Manager, Software Engineering

UnitedHealth Group

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Senior
110k-189k
2 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

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 leader of this team should have an expert understanding of data engineering, business intelligence, web development. This key position will not only lead the team of IT professionals but is a key interface with the Optum San Diego leadership team and at times customer. This leader will be involved in strategic planning for database, application and business process change; they will interface with direct reports as well as other teams within the high matrixed organization to accomplish these tasks. In addition, they should be customer-facing, consulting with the customer on technical solutions, problems, or processes that need one or more of the expertise of the overall team. The goal of working with the customer is to help them solve problems, envision solutions, and position Optum Technology Team in a place where organic growth and strengthening of the contractual obligations occurs. Change Management is a key component in everything the leader does. They ensure efficient use of resources is planned. Often this involves an Agile method, considering cost, development time, number of resources, corporate challenges, ongoing maintenance, security considerations, customer perception, and risk. 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.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the team of IT professionals with expertise in data engineering, business intelligence, and web development.
  • Interface with the Optum San Diego leadership team and customers to provide technical solutions and consulting.
  • Participate in strategic planning for database, application, and business process changes.
  • Collaborate with direct reports and other teams within a high matrixed organization to accomplish tasks.
  • Engage in change management activities, often utilizing Agile methodologies.
  • Ensure efficient use of resources considering cost, development time, security, customer perception, and risk.
  • Help solve customer problems, envision solutions, and position the team for organic growth and contractual strengthening.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of programming experience with SQL.
  • 3+ years of experience working in full stack web development.
  • 3+ years of experience with Git as Source Control or equivalent.
  • 2+ years of experience working with data engineering and/or business intelligence.
  • 2+ years of experience as a people leader or mentoring individuals.
  • 2+ years of experience using the Agile Software Development Lifecycle methodology.
  • 1+ years of Python experience.

Nice to Have

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related field.
  • 2+ years of behavioral health systems of care experience.
  • 2+ years of experience with healthcare technology and reporting.
  • 2+ years of experience with .NET (Forms, MVC, and/or Core).
  • 2+ years of experience with data warehousing.
  • 1+ years of experience with Medicaid and public funded programs.
  • 1+ years of experience with Power BI.
  • 1+ years of experience with Azure Devops.

Qualifications

  • Experience with healthcare technology and reporting is preferred.
  • Experience with Medicaid and public funded programs is preferred.
  • Experience with Power BI and Azure Devops is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Incentive and recognition programs.
  • Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution.
  • Salary range from $110,200 to $188,800 annually.
  • Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Working at UnitedHealth Group

Optum's culture is guided by inclusion, talented peers, and a focus on career development. The organization is committed to mitigating its environmental impact and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes. It values diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, emphasizing a drug-free workplace and consideration regardless of race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 20, 2025
Salary110k-189k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceSenior

About UnitedHealth Group

Website

unitedhealthgroup.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

San Diego, CA

Industry

Direct Life, Health, and Medical Insurance Carriers

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