Director Technology - Remote

Requisition Number: 2382021
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.
As a Director Technology within Optum Health Financial Tech, you will lead technology management and general operations across key initiatives in Utilization Management and Care Management Solutions. You will work closely with senior leadership to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, drive operational excellence, and facilitate executive readiness across complex healthcare technology platforms. In this role, you will leverage enterprise-approved AI tools and emerging technology trends to streamline daily workflows, remove operational barriers, and enhance strategic decision-making across the portfolio.
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.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement across strategic planning and operational rhythm
• Evaluate emerging trends and AI capabilities to inform solution design, operational excellence, and strategic innovation
• Translate Integrated Solutions Team strategic priorities into actionable plans with clear milestones, owners, and measures of success across Utilization Management and Care Management Solutions
• Drive alignment across business, product, technology, and operational stakeholders to advance solution priorities, scalability, and affordability
• Serve as a thought partner to senior leaders by pressure-testing assumptions, surfacing risks, and identifying growth opportunities
• Own the end-to-end operating cadence (staff meetings, QBRs, MORs, budget cycles, and strategic reviews) and coordinate cross-functional initiatives across the portfolio
• Lead special projects and time-sensitive business execution initiatives, providing structure and clarity to complex or ambiguous business problems
• Create and refine executive-level content (briefs, narratives, operating reviews) for senior stakeholders to support decision-making and messaging alignment

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:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience (e.g., Bachelor's degree or 7+ years of relevant technology/operations experience)
• 7+ years of experience in strategy, operations, consulting, program management, or a Chief of Staff-type role
• 3+ years of experience operating in a matrixed enterprise environment, driving cross-functional alignment and managing complex initiatives
• 3+ years of experience simplifying complex information into concise narratives and executive-level presentations for senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in healthcare, technology, or digital transformation environments
• Demonstrated familiarity with Optum Tech operating models, Optum Health structure, or OT governance processes
• Experience supporting executive leaders through large-scale transformations (such as AI-first initiatives, modernization, or workforce redesign)
• Experience in management consulting or strategic advisory roles
• Demonstrated familiarity with technology operating models and enterprise governance processes

*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 401k 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 $134,600 - $230,800 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.