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Caring. Connecting. Growing together.We are seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead engineering efforts supporting the commercialization of our enterprise public cloud platform. This leader will help enable core public cloud capabilities-currently supporting internal application teams-to be offered to external health systems and clients. This is an opportunity to help shape a new engineering capability, establish technical direction and engineering practices, and build a team focused on bringing enterprise cloud capabilities to external clients.
In this role, you will lead an engineering team focused on building secure, scalable, AI-enabled cloud platform capabilities while creating a seamless onboarding experience for external clients. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on technical depth and engineering leadership, with experience spanning full-stack development, cloud platforms, infrastructure as code, DevOps, and platform engineering.
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:- Lead software engineering initiatives supporting the commercialization and external consumption of enterprise public cloud platform capabilities
- Lead, mentor, and provide technical direction to engineers building secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions across AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud Platform
- Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered platform capabilities and automations to address complex technical and operational challenges, adhering to responsible AI practices
- Deliver platform capabilities and engineering solutions that enable a seamless, automated onboarding experience for external health systems and enterprise clients
- Establish robust security standards and engineering practices for secure, scalable, externally consumed enterprise cloud services
- Partner cross-functionally with architecture, product management, security, and platform operations to translate commercialization objectives into scalable technical architectures
- Champion DevOps practices to drive automation, reliability, observability, and continuous delivery across all cloud platform services
- Leverage approved AI-assisted software engineering tools to enhance development workflows, code quality, and delivery speed
- Evaluate emerging cloud and platform engineering trends to inform technical strategy, system design, and ongoing platform innovation
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:- 5+ years of software engineering experience developing production-grade software solutions using Python and/or Go (Golang)
- 3+ years of experience with Terraform and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices
- 3+ years of experience developing, deploying, or operating solutions on at least one major public cloud platform (AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
- Proven experience in full-stack software engineering and enterprise-scale platform delivery
- Demonstrated experience utilizing AI-enabled tools or technologies within software engineering, development, or deployment workflows
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience leading, mentoring, or acting as a technical lead for software engineering teams
- Experience with DevOps methodologies, CI/CD pipeline automation, observability, and cloud operational practices
- Experience developing, securing, and operating technology platforms consumed by external clients
- Experience collaborating across geographically distributed and global engineering teams
- Industry cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect)
*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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
