Director Technology - Business Operations & Strategy - Remote

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 in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Director of Technology within Optum Rx Technology, you will drive operational excellence, strategic execution, and business transformation across a 1,000+ person organization. In this leadership role, you will oversee internal operations, manage capital and operating budgets (Capital, O&M), and lead talent upskilling initiatives and AI transformation programs. You will translate enterprise strategy into actionable operational plans, produce quarterly executive reporting, and foster strong team culture through impactful communications and organizational events.

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:

• Oversee internal business operations and strategic planning across a large technology organization
• Manage financial planning, budgeting, Capital, and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility and alignment with strategic priorities
• Lead organization-wide talent upskilling programs, workforce capabilities development, and the rollout of artificial intelligence initiatives
• Drive AI transformation efforts across teams, streamlining processes and accelerating modern technology adoption
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline operational workflows, automate routine processes, and drive continuous team efficiency
• Establish program execution tracking, status reporting mechanisms, and governance frameworks to monitor organizational performance
• Prepare quarterly business reports, strategic executive presentations (PowerPoint), and performance dashboards for senior leadership
• Lead internal communications, strategy alignment initiatives, town halls, and organizational team-building events
• Translate overarching business strategy into clear, executable operational roadmaps and measurable outcomes

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:

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of equivalent technology leadership experience in lieu of a degree
• 10+ years of progressive technology leadership or business operations experience in large-scale enterprise environments
• 5+ years of experience managing multi-million-dollar capital and operational budgets (Capital & O&M)
• 5+ years of experience leading operational execution, reporting, and strategic communications for large organizational units
• 3+ years of experience driving technology transformation, process optimization, or AI implementation programs
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering executive-level business presentations and C-suite reporting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience designing talent upskilling and workforce development programs for large tech organizations
• Solid proficiency with advanced business analytics and financial modeling
• Proven track record of leading enterprise artificial intelligence transformation or modern technology adoption strategies
• Proven excellent executive communication skills with demonstrated success organizing enterprise town halls and leadership forums

*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.