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As the Engineering Manager supporting the Enterprise Delivery Services (EDS) team, you are responsible for overseeing and optimizing the engineering systems and processes within the organization, with a strong focus on Azure Cloud and hybrid environments. This role involves managing the integration of new technologies, ensuring the efficiency of engineering operations, and leading a team of engineers and technical staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, project management, systems integration, and extensive experience with Azure Cloud and Azure DevOps.

This is a hybrid position with onsite days required at our Mountlake Terrace, WA campus.

What you’ll do:

1. System Management and Optimization:

• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of engineering systems with a focus on Azure Cloud and hybrid environments.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance system efficiency and performance.

• Ensure systems are scalable and adaptable to meet future business needs.

2. Azure DevOps:

• Utilize Azure DevOps for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.

• Manage version control, project tracking, and release management using Azure DevOps tools.

• Provide guidance on best practices for using Azure DevOps within the engineering team.

• Should be familiar with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and DevOps tooling like SonarQube, Mend, Snyk, JFRog Artifactory and X-ray.

4. Project Management:

• Lead and manage engineering projects from conception to completion.

• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met.

• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

5. Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff.

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities.

• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.

6. Technical Expertise and Support:

• Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team.

• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues related to Azure Cloud and hybrid environments.

• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, particularly in cloud computing and DevOps.

• Set up and drive On-call for the team and be part of it to support other teams.

7. Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with other departments, including IT, cyber, product development, and operations, to ensure seamless integration of systems.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand their needs and provide solutions.

8.Compliance and Documentation:

• Ensure all engineering systems comply with relevant standards and regulations.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of systems, processes, and changes.

• Own controls and policies across Premera that should comply with HIPAA and HITRUST and represent Premera in audits (both external and internal).

• Perform other duties as assigned

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related field or 4 years’ experience in IT (Required)

• 6 years’ experience in information technology, application development, system administration/engineering, or systems development which includes previous program or team leadership experience (Required)

• Extensive experience with Azure Cloud, hybrid environments, and Azure DevOps.

• Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully leading projects.

• Proficiency in engineering software and tools.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with GitHub Copilot and familiar with DevSecOps best practices

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and practices.

What we offer

• Medical, vision and dental coverage

• Life and disability insurance

• Retirement programs (401K employer match and pension plan)

• Wellness incentives, onsite services, a discount program and more

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees

• Generous Paid Time Off to reenergize

• Free parking

Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action:

Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Premera seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you need an accommodation to apply online for positions at Premera, please contact Premera Human Resources via email at careers@premera.com or via phone at 425-918-4785.

Premera is hiring in the following states, with some limitations based on role or city: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin .

The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience.

National Salary Range:

$112,900.00 - $191,900.00

National Plus Salary Range:

$128,700.00 - $218,800.00

*National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska .

At Premera, we make healthcare work better. By focusing on improving our customers’ experience purposefully and serving their needs passionately, we make the process easier, less costly, and more positive. Through empathy and advocacy, we change lives.

As the leading health plan in the Pacific Northwest, we provide comprehensive health benefits and services to more than 2 million customers, from individuals to Fortune 100 companies. Our services include innovative programs focused on health management, wellness, prevention, and patient safety. We deliver these programs through health, life, vision, dental, disability, and other related products and services.

Premera Blue Cross is headquartered in Mountlake Terrace, WA, with operations in Spokane and Anchorage. The company has operated in Washington since 1933 and in Alaska since 1952. With more than 80 years of experience in the region, we deliver innovation, choice, and expertise.