Jobs · Engineering · Minnesota

Senior Manager, Software Engineering

Optum · Minnetonka, MN · 2 wk ago
Engineering$113k–$193k/yrFull-time

Primary Responsibilities

Drive end-to-end delivery of AI-native applications (ML, optimization, agentic workflows) aligned to business priorities

Embed AI-assisted development (Copilot, LLM agents) to improve speed, quality, and engineering productivity

Lead complex, multi-stream programs across onshore and offshore teams, ensuring predictable delivery

Own backlog, dependencies, and execution across engineering and partner teams

Translate business needs into scalable engineering solutions with measurable outcomes

Possess strong partnerships with product, architecture, and business leaders to deliver value

Work closely with external partners and vendors to integrate advanced capabilities into enterprise platforms

Drive accountability and outcomes across internal and third-party teams

Enforce modern engineering practices (microservices, CI/CD, cloud-native architecture)

Embed security, compliance, and Responsible AI practices across delivery

Required Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering with 5+ years in leadership roles
  • 3+ years of experience delivering AI/ML or data-driven platforms in production environments
  • 2+ years of experience in:
    • Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
    • Microservices, APIs, distributed systems
    • DevOps tooling (CI/CD, GitHub, Jenkins, Docker/Kubernetes)
  • 2+ years of experience with using enterprise-approved AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, M365 Copilot) to enhance productivity
  • 2+ years of AI experience across software engineering workflows including development, testing, and documentation
  • Demonstrated experience leading global engineering teams (onshore + offshore)
  • Experience managing complex, multi-team programs with external partners/vendors
  • United States Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in optimization, simulation, or decision intelligence platforms
  • 2+ years of experience with advanced analytics or emerging AI technologies (e.g., agentic AI, optimization engines)
  • 2+ years of experience working with external innovation or technology partners
  • 2+ years of experience with building platforms for:
    • Scenario modeling
    • Data-driven decision support
    • Competitive or market intelligence systems

Pay and Benefits

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).

The salary for this role will range from $112,700 to $193,200 annually based on full-time employment.

We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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