hackajob is hiring : Senior Manager User Experience in Eden Prairie

MediabistroEden Prairie, MN, United States

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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.

As a Senior Engineering Manager, you’ll lead the charge in shaping the future of enterprise mobility - driving innovation at scale through cutting-edge mobile applications. You’ll guide a team of engineers in building intuitive, secure, and high-performance mobile applications.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership : Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment
Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Project Management : Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, ensuring they meet quality standards and deadlines
Allocate resources effectively and manage project risks to ensure successful outcomes
Technical Oversight : Provide technical guidance and support to the development team, ensuring best practices in coding, testing, and deployment
Review and approve technical designs and architecture to ensure scalability and efficiency
Strategic Planning : Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement of the mobile app platform
Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders to align engineering efforts with business goals
Quality Assurance : Ensure high standards of code quality and performance through rigorous testing and debugging processes
Implement and maintain processes for managing technical debt and improving codebase health
Customer Focus : Work closely with customer support teams to address user issues and feedback promptly
Prioritize feature development and bug fixes based on customer needs and market trends
Communication : Facilitate clear and effective communication between the engineering team and other departments
Prepare and present project updates and technical reports to senior management
Innovation and Adaptability : Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation within the team
Adapt to changing project requirements and priorities, ensuring the team remains agile and responsive

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

8+ years of experience with software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum

5+ years of experience in software development, with a solid background in mobile app development (React Native preferred)

5+ years of experience in a leadership role, managing engineering teams and projects

5+ years of experience in programming languages such as Javascript, Swift, Kotlin and other relevant technologies

3+ years of experience with leading, mentoring, and managing a team of engineers

3+ years of experience in project management, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with software testing, debugging, and quality assurance practices

Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Proven solid interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and teamwork

Proven exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues

Proven innovative thinking to develop creative solutions and drive continuous improvement

Proven ability to maintain high standards of code quality and performance

Willingness to stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends

Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities

UnitedHealth Group is 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.

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