Principal Business Systems Analyst - Remote 2388889 | Eden Prairie, Minnesota | Remote

Principal Business Systems Analyst - Remote Requisition number: 2388889 Job category: Technology Primary location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota Date posted: 10/02/2026 Overtime status: Exempt Travel: No Share this job Facebook X LinkedIn Email 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. As a Principal Business Systems Analyst within UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement, you will lead enterprise technology, data, analytics, automation, and AI-enabled initiatives from strategy through delivery. Partnering closely with business, product, engineering, data science, and architecture teams, you will design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions and platform modernizations that simplify the healthcare experience for Medicare-eligible individuals. This role drives technical strategy, program roadmaps, and execution plans while ensuring scalable, enterprise-compliant technology solutions. 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 : Lead enterprise technology, data, analytics, automation, and AI-enabled initiatives from strategy through delivery Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions and automations to address complex business challenges with an emphasis on responsible AI use Define product and program roadmaps, delivery plans, success metrics, budgets, and resource strategies Partner with business, product, engineering, architecture, and operations teams to deliver scalable technology solutions Manage program financials, business cases, forecasting, vendor relationships, and executive reporting Drive requirements gathering, stakeholder alignment, prioritization, and delivery planning Oversee program execution, dependency management, release planning, and operational readiness Collaborate with AI, data science, and engineering teams to deliver AI-enabled business capabilities, evaluate emerging trends, and inform strategic solution design Partner with technology and governance teams to ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and operational standards Lead organizational change management and technology adoption efforts to maximize business value while mentoring cross-functional teams 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: Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of equivalent technology or business systems analysis experience 6+ years of experience leading enterprise technology, product, program management, digital transformation, data, or analytics initiatives 5+ years of experience with Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies 5+ years of experience with Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies 4+ years of experience managing large-scale technology, digital products, platform modernization, analytics, or AI-enabled business programs 3+ years of experience delivering complex cross-functional initiatives involving product, engineering, architecture, operations, and business stakeholders 3+ years of experience developing roadmaps, business cases, governance processes, and execution plans 2+ years of experience managing budgets, resource planning, forecasting, vendor relationships, and executive communications 2+ years of experience partnering with engineering, architecture, data, and AI teams to design and deliver technology solutions Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree (e.g., Master's degree or MBA) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field Experience in Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, or health plan operations within the healthcare/payer space Professional Agile/Scrum certification (e.g., SAFe Agilist, SPC, CSPO, or PMP) Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and enterprise AI/ML deployment frameworks or workflow automation tools *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 - $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. Apply Internal apply Bookmark job Back to nav Benefits Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well. Life Resources and support to focus on what matters most to you, in every facet of your life. Emotional Education, tools and resources to help you reduce and manage stress, build resilience and more. Physical Health plans and other coverage to support wellness for you and your loved ones. Financial Benefits for today and to help you plan for the future, including your retirement. Learn more Back to nav Previous slide Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special. Brooke G. Senior Pharmacy Technician At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction. Dr. Conan T. Regional Chief of Primary Care We’re applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone’s life. Achala S. Senior Director and AI Architect Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special. Brooke G. Senior Pharmacy Technician At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction. Dr. Conan T. Regional Chief of Primary Care We’re applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone’s life. Achala S. Senior Director and AI Architect Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special. Brooke G. Senior Pharmacy Technician Next slide Go to slide 1 Go to slide 2 Go to slide 3 Back to nav We’re honored to be recognized for our exceptional work culture