Senior Manager, Software Engineering – Hybrid in Hartford CT or Eden Prairie MN

Job Summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Senior Manager, Software Engineering to lead innovative technology solutions for Optum. This hybrid role is based in Eden Prairie, Hennepin County, MN (or Hartford, CT) with a competitive salary of $184,276 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a cross‑functional software engineering team delivering high‑impact healthcare platforms.
• Define architecture, technical standards, and agile delivery processes.
• Collaborate with product owners, data scientists, and clinicians to translate health‑care needs into scalable solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement, code quality, and security compliance across the development lifecycle.
• Manage stakeholder communication, project timelines, and resource planning.
• Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of software development experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), micro‑services, APIs, and modern programming languages (Java, C#, Python).
• Strong understanding of healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR) and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in health‑care or pharmacy benefit technology.
• Background with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Track record of delivering large‑scale, patient‑centric digital products.

Benefits & Culture

UnitedHealth Group offers a culture of inclusion, comprehensive health benefits, tuition assistance, flexible work arrangements, and robust career development programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of work will I do as a Senior Manager, Software Engineering at UnitedHealth Group?

You will lead a software engineering team, define architecture, collaborate with health‑care stakeholders, and deliver scalable digital solutions that improve patient outcomes.

Is this position fully remote or on‑site?

The role is hybrid, combining remote work with on‑site collaboration at UnitedHealth Group’s Eden Prairie, MN (or Hartford, CT) office.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A bachelor’s or master’s in Computer Science or related field, 10+ years of software development experience, 5+ years in a leadership role, and expertise in cloud, micro‑services, and healthcare data standards.