[Remote] Lead Product Manager, AI Market and Competitive Intelligence - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Optum is a global organization that delivers care aided by technology to improve health outcomes. As the Lead Product Manager for AI Market and Competitive Intelligence, you will track and evaluate emerging AI technologies, shaping product innovation and strategic direction while collaborating with various teams to enhance healthcare experiences.ResponsibilitiesContinuously monitor and evaluate emerging technology capabilities, tools, and product patterns (with a strong focus on AI) and how they reshape user expectations and product experiences across industriesDevelop a first-hand perspective on the AI landscape by actively engaging with new technologies, platforms, and tools-not relying solely on third-party reports or traditional research sourcesIdentify patterns, inflection points, and gaps in our current product roadmap, surfacing high-impact opportunities to product and strategy leadersTranslate external signals into clear points of view and recommendations, helping leadership determine where to invest, experiment, partner, or waitProduce regular intelligence outputs (reports, briefings, scenario narratives) that go beyond summary-introducing new ways of thinking, challenging assumptions, and shaping strategic directionPartner with Product, UX and Competitive Intelligence teams to connect external signals with internal capabilities, ensuring insights are actionable and grounded in realityContribute to future-state visioning, including future scenario writing, product concepts, and directional thinking that inform long-term strategyAct as a thought partner to senior leaders, providing perspective on emerging risks, opportunities, and competitive differentiation in the AI landscapeSkills7+ years in product management, emerging technology strategy and research or innovation-focused roles, with direct exposure to AI-enabled products or platformsExperience working across industries or analyzing consumer-grade technology experiencesDemonstrated ability to understand and evaluate AI technologies at a practical level (e.g., LLMs, copilots, automation tools, personalization systems)Proven solid track record of translating emerging technology signals into product or business decisionsProven evidence of forming original perspectives (not just summarizing research), such as: Written insights, Strategy memos, Thought leadership, Internal influenceProven exceptional ability to synthesize ambiguity into clear, compelling recommendations for executivesAll employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyBenefitsA comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)Company OverviewWe’re evolving health care so everyone can have the opportunity to live their healthiest life. It was founded in 1985, and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://frontiertherapies.optum.com.Company H1B SponsorshipOptum has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 73 in 2026, 648 in 2025, 559 in 2024, 620 in 2023, 851 in 2022, 593 in 2021, 438 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.