Sr Manager, Technical Product Management - Oracle Cloud HCM - Remote

Optum Tech is a global leader in health care innovation. Our teams develop cutting-edge solutions that help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. From advanced data analytics and AI to cybersecurity, we use innovative approaches to solve some of health care's most complex challenges. Your contributions here have the potential to change lives. Ready to build the next breakthrough? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking an experienced Oracle HCM Cloud professional with deep expertise in Payroll as a primary skill, along with working knowledge of Core HR , Time & Labor and Absence Management. This role will serve as the end-to-end owner of Payroll functionality, combining hands-on configuration, operational support, and product ownership. The ideal candidate will partner closely with business stakeholders to drive system improvements, troubleshoot issues, and ensure seamless payroll operations while supporting quarterly releases and continuous enhancements.

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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Own end-to-end Oracle HCM Payroll functionality, including configuration, maintenance, and optimization
• Troubleshoot and resolve Payroll, Time, and Absence issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations
• Partner with business teams (HR, Payroll, Operations) to gather requirements and deliver enhancements
• Lead and support testing efforts during quarterly releases, including UAT validation and production readiness
• Drive continuous improvements in Payroll processes, automation, and system efficiency
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions to address complex business challenges with emphasis on responsible use of AI
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement
• Evaluate emerging trends to inform solution design and strategic innovation

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:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Oracle HCM Cloud Payroll
• Expertise in Payroll configuration (elements, fast formulas, balances, payroll flows)
• Experience troubleshooting complex Payroll-related issues and performing root cause analysis
• Experience supporting UAT and Oracle quarterly release testing
• Working knowledge of Core HR , Time & Labor and Absence modules
• Proven ability to partner with business stakeholders and translate requirements into system solutions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience owning Payroll as a product or platform (product manager mindset)
• Experience in high-volume or complex payroll environments
• Understanding of end-to-end HCM integrations and upstream/downstream impacts
• Proven excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 to $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.