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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Manager, AI/ ML Software Engineering - MN On site - **Company:** Unitedhealth Group Inc - **Location:** Hopkins, MN, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $112,700.0 - $193,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Optical Character Recognition (OCR), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Software Quality, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Decision Support Systems, DevOps, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Productivity Software, Release Management, Reliability Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Software Engineering, Enterprise Software Applications, GitHub Copilot, Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources, Generative AI, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Health Level Seven International, Intelligent Document Processing, GPT, Microservices - **Published:** October 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/7018802f-9529-4a21-9bdc-f3c4582013a7 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field, or 4+ years of equivalent software engineering experience * 10+ years of software engineering or technology delivery experience * 5+ years of experience leading software engineering teams and large-scale technical initiatives * Experience managing globally distributed onshore and offshore engineering teams * Experience leading the end-to-end delivery and operationalization of AI/ML or Generative AI capabilities within enterprise applications * Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure), enterprise data services, APIs, microservices, and modern programming technologies (e.g., Python, Java, or .NET) * Demonstrated experience utilizing AI-enabled productivity tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT) to optimize engineering team outputs * Proven track record of partnering directly with business stakeholders, product management, and executive leadership Preferred Qualifications: * Experience delivering healthcare, healthcare payer, claims processing, or Payment Integrity platforms * Experience implementing AI/GenAI solutions within healthcare or regulated enterprise environments * Experience with intelligent document processing, OCR, workflow automation, or document orchestration platforms * Knowledge of healthcare interoperability standards including FHIR, HL7, CCD, and X12 * Technical familiarity with containerization platforms (e.g., Kubernetes/AKS), event-driven architectures, and CI/CD infrastructure automation * Proven track record of leading cloud modernization, platform transformation, and engineering excellence initiatives at scale *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy ## Description As a Senior Manager of Software Engineering, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic technology initiatives across healthcare, Payment Integrity, AI, and enterprise platform domains. Based onsite in Minnesota, you will partner directly with Product Owners, Business Leaders, Architecture, Operations, and Engineering teams to define roadmaps, establish execution governance, and drive end-to-end software delivery. You will manage globally distributed engineering teams, championing innovative technology capabilities including AI/ML, Generative AI, intelligent automation, and cloud architecture to deliver scalable, secure, high-quality enterprise solutions that improve operational effectiveness and business outcomes. 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., * Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic software engineering and technology initiatives across healthcare, Payment Integrity, AI, and enterprise platform domains * Partner with Product Owners, Business Leaders, Architecture, Operations, and onshore and offshore Engineering teams to define product roadmaps, technical priorities, and execution plans aligned with business objectives * Manage, mentor, and coach globally distributed onshore and offshore engineering teams, fostering accountability, continuous learning, collaboration, and high-performance delivery * Drive the adoption and operationalization of AI/ML, Generative AI, intelligent automation, and data-driven solutions to improve business outcomes and operational effectiveness * Integrate enterprise AI capabilities into team workflows, establish AI growth goals in developer development plans, and align hiring strategies with evolving technology competencies * Champion the ethical use of technology by embedding transparency, fairness, security, and Responsible AI governance throughout the software development lifecycle * Promote the effective use of AI-enabled developer productivity tools (such as Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, and ChatGPT) to improve delivery speed, engineering practices, and code quality * Establish and monitor key delivery metrics, OKRs, operational KPIs, and program health indicators to provide visibility and decision support to executive leadership * Drive continuous improvement across DevOps, CI/CD automation, release management, site reliability engineering, and production operations 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.