Vice President, Digital Engineering – Optum Consumer

Job Summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Vice President, Digital Engineering for Optum Consumer in Five Points, Wake County, US. Lead a global technology team delivering innovative health‑care solutions with a competitive salary of $255,535.48.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the digital engineering strategy for Optum Consumer, aligning technology initiatives with business goals.
• Lead cross‑functional teams of architects, engineers, data scientists, and product managers to deliver AI‑driven analytics, cybersecurity, and platform solutions.
• Drive adoption of cloud, micro‑services, and DevOps practices to accelerate time‑to‑market.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to prioritize roadmaps, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Mentor senior engineering talent, foster a culture of innovation, and champion continuous improvement.
• Represent Optum Tech at industry forums, client meetings, and partner negotiations.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in digital engineering, software development, or technology consulting.
• Proven track record delivering large‑scale health‑care platforms, data analytics, AI, or cybersecurity solutions.
• Strong expertise in cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP), micro‑services, CI/CD, and modern programming languages.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in the health‑care industry, especially with consumer‑focused products.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, HITECH, and other health data regulations.
• History of building and scaling high‑performing engineering organizations.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual base salary: $255,535.48. UnitedHealth Group offers comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) match, paid time off, and professional development programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Vice President, Digital Engineering role entail?

You will set the technology vision, lead cross‑functional engineering teams, and deliver AI‑driven health‑care platforms while managing budgets and compliance.

What qualifications are required for this position?

At least 10 years of leadership in digital engineering, experience with cloud and AI solutions, and a relevant bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred).

Where is the job located and what is the salary?

The role is based in Five Points, Wake County, US, with an annual base salary of $255,535.48.