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As part of the Technical product management team you will perform responsibilities of a Technical Product Owner of Agile software development/scrum team(s) utilizing the Scaled Agile Framework for Enterprise (SAFe) methodology. You will be responsible for maintaining and prioritizing your team's backlog as well as leading your team in user story definition with final authority to accept quality enhancements. You will also be tasked with creation and internal communication and training of related release artifacts such as release notes and product training slides.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within United States as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Designs, develops, and manages activities for a specific product or group of products from product definition and planning through production, release, and end of life
• Responsible for the full product lifecycle management, with a technical focus, including strategy, design, development, management, and end of life of new, existing or acquisition products
• Leverage market insights to understand market/customer needs as well as emerging technology developments and trends to identify new opportunities or make adjustments to current product offerings
• Balances deep subject matter expertise in the product, business use cases and strong technical aptitude
• Accountable for delivering product performance against expectations and updates changes to a product portfolio to improve competitive position, and optimal product performance to meet customer and market needs
• Accountable to and/or own the P&L. Responsible for cross-functional stakeholder management to include but not limited to design, engineering, scrum teams, business leaders, etc., functioning as technical expert with a fluency in development concepts and modern development practices
• Positions in this function may require a background or degree in computer science or engineering

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:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
• Experience with Agile software development practices/scrum teams
• Experience writing technology or software requirements/user stories
• Experience in data analysis/business analysis/defining business need
• Experience with project life cycle methodology (requirements, design, development, test and implementation)
• Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs and automated database management systems required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to translate strategic vision into tactical plans and balance conflicting priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Scaled Agile Framework for Enterprise (SAFe) methodology knowledge or experience
• Hospital/facility medical records coding experience or knowledge
• Healthcare industry experience
• Rally software experience
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), time/project management, problem solving, organizational, and analytical skills

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.
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Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $66,100 to $118,300. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $72,800 to $129,900. 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.