Distinguished Engineer

 
 
 
Distinguished Engineer
 
 
 
Primary Objective of the Position:
 
 
To represent the organization as a subject matter expert in several areas of technology.  Focuses on consulting and resolving issues with internal teams and business units and external customers.  Acts as an internal resource for leaders and individual contributors in developing forward-thinking solutions for the short- and long-term.  Perceived internally and externally as understanding and leading the way of the future in technology.
 
 
Accountabilities will include:
 
 


Demonstrates a broad understanding of all technical areas through experience and academic achievement

Demonstrates a wide ranging knowledge of the businesses across the enterprise and deep industry expertise

Shares knowledge internally with peers and leaders and acts as an internal resource for teams, business units and senior leadership

As a broad subject matter expert (SME), consults internally with leaders to provide direction regarding forward-looking products and services

Anticipates industry trends and influences senior leadership in how they will impact the company

Contributes to the development of overall Technology strategy

Anticipates future direction of the organization and consults with senior leadership on how they may position the organization to offer this perspective to clients and prospects

Regularly attends technology-focused conferences and seminars to expand knowledge about futuristic products, services and concepts that will help to develop and evolve points of view for the organization

Regularly presents futuristic perspective and subject matter expertise at conferences and seminars

Writes white papers and articles, and contributes to technology journals to demonstrate Optum Technology’s vision for the future

Collaborates with academic authors to contribute to published articles and books

Provides thought leadership in issue resolution regarding internal and external technology matters

Leads global and virtual teams either directly and/or indirectly through influence

Considers regional and cultural norms and values diversity in all forms

Participates in and directs enterprise wide projects

Leads and mentors principal and distinguished engineers within the organization (either directly or indirectly)
 

 
 


Relevant Master’s degree; PhD preferred

10 + year career in the technology profession

Demonstrated recognition for innovative work in a variety of technology environments

Technology industry certifications

Industry awards and recognition

History of publications

Professional and Technology organization affiliations

History of conference presentations

Demonstrated excellence in the following:


leading technology direction

influencing business and technology strategy

communicating with executive level stakeholders (both internal and external)

championing change

Proven focus on customers, market needs and industry trends

Ability to inspire, guide and drive innovative approaches and solutions

Commitment to the shared success of the enterprise above all else

Track record of attracting and influencing next generation technical leaders

Champion of our core competencies, reputation and brands

Analytics, Block Chain, Cloud, IoT and/or Machine Learning expertise desired

Issued and/or pending Patents preferred
 
 
 
Technology Careers with Optum. Information and technology have amazing power to transform the health care industry and improve people's lives. This is where it's happening. This is where you'll help solve the problems that have never been solved. We're freeing information so it can be used safely and securely wherever it's needed. We're creating the very best ideas that can most easily be put into action to help our clients improve the quality of care and lower costs for millions. This is where the best and the brightest work together to make positive change a reality. This is the place to do your life's best work.SM
 
 
 
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.