Lead Technical Product Manager | Optum Careers Hyderabad
Job Description
Summary
Optum, a global healthcare technology leader, is hiring a Lead Technical Product Manager in Hyderabad, Telangana. This role focuses on driving product strategy, technical execution, and data-driven decision-making across healthcare technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in technical product management, software architecture, SQL, Python, and cloud platforms. Join Optum to lead cross-functional teams, deliver impactful healthcare products, and shape the future of data-driven health solutions.
Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Lead Technical Product Manager |
|---|---|
| Company | Optum (UnitedHealth Group) |
| Location | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Category | Technology / Product Management |
| Job ID | 2314854 |
| Experience Required | 6+ years in technical product management |
| Qualifications | Bachelor’s in CS, Engineering, or related field |
| Tools & Skills | SQL, Python, APIs, Cloud Platforms, Tableau/Looker/Power BI, Jira, Confluence |
| Work Mode | Full-Time / Onsite |
Key Responsibilities
As a Lead Technical Product Manager at Optum, you will:
- Product Strategy & Roadmap: Define and maintain a technically sound product roadmap aligned with business goals; prioritize features based on impact, feasibility, and complexity.
- Requirements Engineering: Translate business and user needs into detailed product specifications, user stories, acceptance criteria, and technical documentation.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Use SQL to query large datasets and Python for data wrangling, statistical analysis, and automation to guide product decisions.
- Technical Collaboration: Work closely with engineering teams to design APIs, data models, and system architectures; participate in sprint planning and technical discussions.
- Performance Monitoring: Track product KPIs, set up dashboards, and monitor product health and user behavior.
- Cross-Functional Alignment: Collaborate with sales, marketing, and customer success teams to ensure features meet market demands.
- Iteration & Feedback Loops: Conduct A/B tests, analyze results, and iterate features based on quantitative and qualitative feedback.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- 6+ years experience as a Technical Product Manager, Product Analyst, or similar role in a tech-driven environment.
- Proficiency in SQL and Python for data extraction, analysis, and automation.
- Solid understanding of software development, RESTful APIs, and system design.
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Looker, Power BI) and product analytics platforms.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and data infrastructure tools (Airflow, dbt, Snowflake).
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with Jira, Confluence, and Git.
- Proven expertise in system implementation and integration projects.
Preferred Skills
- Strong consulting skills to engage with clients and stakeholders.
- Experience aligning product features with sales and marketing strategies.
- Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Why Join Optum
- Be part of a global leader in healthcare technology transforming care through innovation.
- Work in a dynamic, inclusive environment fostering collaboration and professional growth.
- Drive data-driven product decisions that impact millions of lives worldwide.
- Access mentorship, career development, and impactful project opportunities.
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