Sr Principal Project - Program Manager - Remote

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Strategy Development: Collaborate with senior leadership to align program strategies with organizational goals and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). Prioritize initiatives based on business needs, available resources, and strategic objectives
• Program Planning and Execution: Develop and implement comprehensive program plans, including budgets, timelines, resources, and deliverables. Collaborate across cross-functional teams to execute projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes and timely completion
• Risk Management: Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks to program success. Proactively address challenges and adapt plans as needed to meet objectives
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain solid relationships with internal stakeholders. Facilitate effective communication and manage stakeholder expectations throughout the program lifecycle
• Performance Measurement: Develop and implement metrics to evaluate program success and track progress. Use data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement and optimize program outcomes
• Financial Management: Oversee program budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial constraints. Monitor costs to identify opportunities for savings while maintaining program quality
• Process and Continuous Improvement: Evaluate and refine program management processes to improve efficiency, quality, and overall performance. Implement best practices and innovative approaches to drive operational excellence
• Reporting and Communication: Deliver regular updates to senior leadership, highlighting program progress, challenges, and accomplishments. Ensure transparency and clear communication across all levels of the organization
• Technical Expertise: Leverage knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), hybrid infrastructures, and domain-driven design to guide program decisions. Support teams in making informed architectural and technical trade-offs
• Compliance and Security: Ensure adherence to organizational policies and compliance with security standards, particularly when working with PHI/PII data

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:

• 15+ years of experience in project or program management, with a proven track record of managing complex, large-scale projects and programs
• 15+ years of experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• 7+ years of experience collaborating and working with team members in multiple time zones
• 5+ years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and enterprise-scale technology management, including hybrid infrastructures and database migrations

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in working in the clinical domain
• Experience in driving UHC projects and understand UHC systems
• Experience in leading large scale projects and it's finance
• Expertise in federated decision-making, guiding teams through complex architectural and program trade-offs
• Proven solid problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset for identifying risks and opportunities

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

The salary range for this role is $124,500 to $239,400 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

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.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.