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# Director, Software Engineering - Remote

- **Company:** Optum, Inc
- **Location:** Fort Worth, TX, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $134,600.0 - $230,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Integration, Corona (Software Development Kit), DevOps, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Reliability Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Generative AI, Cloudformation, Build Management, Containerization, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Low-code, Cloud Migration, Terraform, Docker
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2ed81ddccd5cbe41

## About the Role

* 7+ years of experience in software engineering or a related technical field
 * 3+ years of people leadership experience overseeing engineering managers and/or multiple engineering teams
 * Proven solid knowledge of modern software development, cloud platforms, and distributed systems
 * Demonstrated success delivering complex software solutions at enterprise scale
 * Experience managing complex, high-value portfolios that serve external clients, * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline
 * Proven expertise leading the development and deployment of GenAI and AI-powered solutions using low-code, no-code, and advanced platforms
 * Experience with infrastructure as code tools, such as Terraform or CloudFormation
 * Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Go, or Python, and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
 * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and site reliability engineering principles
 * Demonstrated success in legacy system modernization, technology stack migrations, and process optimization
 * Proven experience partnering with Product Management and Architecture teams

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

## Description

* Define and execute an engineering strategy aligned with AI-first priorities, continuous innovation, and technology modernization across healthcare products
 * Lead and develop an engineering organization of approximately 60 employees, including three Senior Engineering Managers, while fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture
 * Build and deploy AI-powered and Generative AI solutions that address complex business needs while applying responsible AI practices
 * Use enterprise-approved AI tools to automate engineering tasks, simplify workflows, and improve operational performance
 * Oversee secure, scalable, and cost-efficient AWS and Azure cloud architectures that follow enterprise standards
 * Lead legacy modernization, cloud migration, and process improvement across high-value engineering portfolios
 * Assess emerging technologies to guide solution design, architecture decisions, and strategic roadmaps
 * Manage engineering budgets, optimize cloud operating costs, and oversee third-party vendor relationships
 * Partner with Product Management, Architecture, and executive stakeholders to translate technical strategy into clear business outcomes and client solutions

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.