Lead Technical Product Manager

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Eden Prairie
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that is improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation is not about another gadget; it is about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There is no room for error. If you are looking for a better place to use your passion and your desire to drive change, this is the place to be. It's an opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm) The Lead Technical Product Manager are responsible for driving the development of the Products vision/strategy. The Lead TPM understands the entire capabilities of the product line and has tight partnership with the business owners, stakeholders and will use a defined development process (Lifecycle Management). They are responsible for partnering with those stakeholders to ensure successful development and delivery of enterprise wide solutions. You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities:

• Driving experience/product vision and strategy
• Managing the whole experience/product across the lifecycle using defined development process (Lifecycle Management)
• Knowing the market to effectively identify and frame new product opportunities (Ideate)
• Defining solutions with high-value requirements, a compelling business case, clear positioning, priority and strategic impact (Define)
• Partner with stakeholders to enable successful development and delivery of commercialized solutions (Build/Launch)
• Manage ongoing experience/product performance, expansion, financial health, roadmap and end-of-life decisions as appropriate (Manage/Sunset)
• Serve as a product evangelist and subject matter expert to the technical/developer community and to the internal stakeholders
• Employs User Centered Design and Design Thinking methodologies to bring world-class Digital and/or Technology driven products to market
• Ensures strategic alignment across the product and its stakeholders, suppliers, and customers
• Identifies and manages existing and emerging risks that stem from business activities and the job role 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+ additional years of experience in lieu of a degree
  • 8+ years of experience leading customer-centric initiatives and lifecycle management for products and/or capabilities
  • 4+ years of experience Strategy/Planning, Innovation, User Experience, Process Engineering, Research/Testing
  • Experience with operating effectively in ambiguous environments
  • Experience translating work effort to value
  • Demonstrated product and program management experience
  • Skills to navigate in a matrixed organization
  • Demonstrated business acumen
  • Working knowledge of agile principles Preferred Qualifications:
    • PMP and SAFE certifications
    • Passion for bettering the health care system
    • Solid relationship management skills
    • Self-starter ability
    • Solid communication skills (at all levels of leadership)
    • Ability to influence partners/stakeholders with which you have no direct reporting relationship To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment. Technology Careers with Optum. Information and technology have amazing power to transform the health care industry and improve people's lives. This is where it's happening. This is where you'll help solve the problems that have never been solved. We're freeing information so it can be used safely and securely wherever it's needed. We're creating the very best ideas that can most easily be put into action to help our clients improve the quality of care and lower costs for millions. This is where the best and the brightest work together to make positive change a reality. This is the place to do your life's best work.(sm) Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $97,300 to $176,900. The salary range for Connecticut/Nevada residents is $97,300 to $176,900. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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. .All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. 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.

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