People Technology Environment and Release Manager - Remote

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UnitedHealth Group (UHG) is seeking a People Technology Environment and Release Management Lead to manage Human Capital software environment and release management processes.

This role is a combination of strategy and process set up, hands-on execution to organize this new function within People Technology. This role will own the Release Management and Environment Planning and Management which includes scheduling, planning coordinating, testing, and managing releases for multiple People Technology. Releases include application enhancements and bug fixes, operating system refreshes and upgrades, security improvements, projects and programs.

Description:

• Perform as a Project Manager and establish Environment and Release Management functions
• Plans and manages the release process end-to-end, from the planning of release content through actual release deployment to production
• Reviews submitted change requests for accuracy and completeness and manage change requests through review, approval, scheduling activities and closure activities
• Adopt creative thinking and demonstrate knowledge of Agile Methodology and iterative functionality improvements
• In the capacity of Environment and Release Manager, this role will interface and communicate with Test Leads, Project Managers, People Technology team, and People Technology Systems

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Measures and monitors progress to ensure application releases are delivered on time and within budget (if applicable), and that they meet or exceed defined measures of success
• Identifies the risks that can delay release and manage them, so that the scope, schedule and quality of the release is not affected
• Controls the version migration process as each version moves through the development and testing process
• Partners with teams to prioritize and scope scheduled releases with completion dates for each phase. Monitors progress of phases by developing and employing metrics and management reporting
• Facilitates release meetings. Plans and supports test migrations and production deployments.
• Supports deployments across multiple environments through coordination with internal, technical, and project management teams
• Ensures completion of operational and technical documentation prior to software release for each application
• Gathers necessary release notes and documentation prior to releasing to production
• Builds and maintains a release calendar and environment matrix and work closely with leaders to plan and inform a centralized view of all releases
• Designs, manages, and maintains environment and release practices, standards, methodologies, and metrics
• Drives continuous improvement to improve Environment and Release Management processes through trend reporting and metrics
• Partners with Test Leads on resource strategies, and specialized support as necessary to ensure release commitments are met
• Conducts meetings with People Technology and People Technology Systems teams to discuss the release scheduled and identify release roadblocks
• Partners with subject matter advisors within Human Capital, IT and the business to create applicable testing cases / scenarios

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:

• Experience with Human Resources technology and processes
• Experience building and managing relationships across a large enterprise and matrix relationships
• Experience in working with Agile Methodologies
• Working knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle
• Team management experience
• Work effort and environment maintenance estimation experience
• Experienced in demonstrating organization and communication in sequencing and scheduling of technology implementations
• Metrics and measurements reporting experience
• Experience coordinating cross-functional work teams toward task completion
• Solid communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Project Management in a large enterprise
• Human Capital Management (HCM) implementation experience
• Knowledge of agile principles and experience managing projects and releases in agile methodologies
• Knowledge of testing techniques
• Vendor Management Experience

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

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with al minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.

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