UX Designer, Design Pattern Libraries - Eden Prairie, MN

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that’s improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn’t about another gadget, it’s about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliable. There’s no room for error. Join us and start doing your life’s best work. (sm) As a UX Designer, Design Pattern Library, you will develop reusable, responsive HTML components and drive roadmaps around Optum’s consumer digital pattern library. Through collaborative relationships with external and internal stakeholders, you will identify opportunities to create a unified consumer experience across all of Optum’s web properties. You will strategically and creatively think about how the consumer experience should work; translating a vision to code that impacts millions of people and helps health the health care system. You’ll... enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Navigate and influence multiple cross - functional creative and technical teams in a complex, matrix work environment Support the planning, development, governance, and expansion of a digital pattern library Evangelize for the adoption of web standards and reusable atomic design patterns, thinking globally throughout all web experiences Audit, synthesize, vet, and create UX patterns and documentation Serve as a resource to IT on how to use the design pattern library Manage ongoing backlog and perform code releases of the design pattern library Manage enterprise initiatives that require problem solving, relationship building, influencing, and analyzing Influence innovation across teams to ensure aligned; cohesive progress across multiple areas including technology, marketing, and service operations 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 equivalent work experience Proficiency in design tools (e.g. Sketch, Figma, Invision, among others) Basic understanding of CMS concept (Content Management System) Understanding of WCAG 2.1 / Section 508 accessibility guidelines Able to translate designs to reusable pixel - perfect accessible mark - up Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity HTML/CSS styling Demonstrated ability to achieve goals in a matrix environment Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and influence others Experience creating or curating an enterprise design pattern library Good communication and collaboration skills 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) Colorado Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $79,700 to $142,600. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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. All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. 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. Job keywords: UX Designer, Design Pattern Libraries, Sketch, Figma, Invision, Content Management System, CMS, WCAG 2.1, Telecommute, Telecommuting, Telecommuter, Work From Home, Work At Home, Remote, WAH, Eden Prairie, MN