Director

Who We Are

Point32Health is a leading not-for-profit health and well-being organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, affordable healthcare. Serving nearly 2 million members, Point32Health builds on the legacy of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan to provide access to care and empower healthier lives for everyone. Our culture revolves around being a community of care and having shared values that guide our behaviors and decisions. We’ve had a long-standing commitment to inclusion and equal healthcare access and outcomes, regardless of background; it’s at the core of who we are. We value the rich mix of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all of our colleagues, which helps us to provide service with empathy and better understand and meet the needs of the communities where we serve, live, and work.

We enjoy the important work we do every day in service to our members, partners, colleagues and communities. Learn more about who we are at Point32Health.

Job Summary

As a Director of Emerging Technologies, you'll lead the identification, evaluation, implementation, and support of new technologies to drive innovation and strategic advantage, while also managing related projects and teams, and fostering a culture of technological exploration. Emerging Technologies would include technologies like Digital, API/Microservices, Cloud, DevSecOps, Intelligent Automation, and Contact Center technologies. You will be in the forefront of assessing and implementing technology innovation in support of business capabilities and roadmap.

This role will play a key role in advancing the engineering culture within IT that will create reusable components, enterprise ready open source where feasible, enable faster speed to market and agile mindset. Another important aspect of this role will be to make sure the engineering culture permeates into our strategic partners who make up a large portion of the engineering team while making sure the partners deliver value and technology thought leadership and share risk with us.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities/Duties – what you will be doing (top five) :

• Strategic Vision and Planning:
  • Provide Technology Thought Leadership; Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for emerging technologies, aligning with the organization's overall goals.
  • Identify and assess emerging technologies and trends relevant to the organization's business needs.
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to stay informed about industry developments.
• Technology Evaluation and Implementation:
  • Evaluate new technologies and tools, considering their potential benefits, risks, and costs.
  • Lead the implementation of selected technologies, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems and processes.
  • Develop and manage pilot programs to test new technologies and gather feedback.
• Project Management:
  • Manage the lifecycle of emerging technology projects, from initial concept to deployment and ongoing support.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
  • Lead and mentor the team, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Provide guidance and support to team members, helping them develop their skills and knowledge.
  • Attract and retain top talent in the emerging technology space.
• Communication and Collaboration:
  • Communicate the value of emerging technologies to stakeholders, both internally and externally.
  • Collaborate with other departments and teams to identify opportunities for technology-driven solutions.
  • Represent the organization at industry events and conferences.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with emerging technologies.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Develop and maintain robust security measures.
• Other duties and projects assigned.
  
  

Qualifications – What You Need To Perform The Job

Education, Certification and Licensure

• Required: Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
• Preferred: Master's degree
  
  

Experience (minimum Years Required)

• Required: 10-15 years of experience in technology leadership roles, with a strong track record of delivering complex technology projects. Healthcare industry experience will be a plus
  
  

Skill Requirements

• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data analytics.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, build consensus, and drive results.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Project Management Skills: Strong project management skills, with experience in planning, executing, and managing complex projects.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and solve complex problems, think strategically, and make sound decisions.
• Business Acumen: Understanding business principles and how technology can be used to drive business value.
  
  

Working Conditions and Additional Requirements (include special requirements, e.g., lifting, travel) :

• Must be able to work under normal office conditions and work from home as required.
• Work may require simultaneous use of a telephone/headset and PC/keyboard and sitting for extended durations.
• May be required to work additional hours beyond standard work schedule.
  
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

Compensation & Total Rewards Overview

As part of our comprehensive total rewards program, colleagues are also eligible for variable pay. Eligibility for any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits remains in the Company's sole discretion and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Point32Health offers their Colleagues a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which currently includes:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options
• Tuition program
• Well-being benefits
• Full suite of benefits to support career development, individual & family health, and financial health
  
  

For more details on our total rewards programs, visit

We welcome all

All applicants are welcome and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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