Senior Data Engineer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Data Engineer based in the United States.

This role is focused on designing, building, and optimizing scalable data solutions that transform complex datasets into reliable, actionable insights. You will develop production-grade pipelines and workflows supporting large-scale data ingestion, transformation, storage, and analysis. The position combines cloud-native engineering, big data technologies, software development, and data architecture. You will work closely with engineering, product, analytics, SRE, and other cross-functional teams to deliver dependable data capabilities. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative work involving big data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Success requires strong engineering judgment, a focus on performance and reliability, and the ability to solve complex technical problems in an iterative environment. This is a remote, full-time opportunity with the potential to make a meaningful impact through modern, data-driven solutions. \n

Accountabilities

Design, develop, maintain, and optimize scalable data pipelines and workflows using Azure Databricks and related cloud technologies.

Build ETL/ELT pipelines that integrate data from multiple internal and external sources while maintaining strong standards for data quality, reliability, and performance.

Develop and maintain SAS programs and SSIS packages supporting intermediate and downstream data processing.

Write, optimize, and maintain complex SQL queries for data transformation, processing, reporting, and analytical use cases.

Implement and support Big Data tools and frameworks for large-scale data processing and integration.

Monitor data workflows, troubleshoot complex processing issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement preventative solutions.

Optimize pipelines and data workflows for scalability, reliability, performance, and cost efficiency.

Evaluate and recommend infrastructure and technology improvements as data volumes and processing requirements evolve.

Partner with product management and SRE teams to understand requirements and translate them into actionable engineering solutions.

Collaborate with software engineers, analysts, stakeholders, and cross-functional partners to align data strategy, architecture, and delivery outcomes.

Apply sound engineering practices and design patterns to support maintainable, scalable data and software solutions.

Contribute to solutions involving big data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning that help transform complex information into actionable insights.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, computer science, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

8+ years of overall experience in data engineering or a closely related field.

8+ years of experience designing and building production-grade batch data pipelines for data ingestion and transformation.

Strong proficiency in SQL, Databricks, Python, Apache Spark, Git, and Azure services, including Azure Synapse and Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2.

Strong understanding of relational database principles, data modeling, database management, and data warehousing.

Strong knowledge of Big Data querying and processing tools.

Demonstrated experience optimizing large-scale data pipelines and ETL workflows.

Experience working with cloud-based data platforms and modern data engineering architectures.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to investigate complex technical issues and identify sustainable solutions.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, iterative environment.

Experience with cloud migrations and legacy modernization is preferred.

Experience with Snowflake is a plus.

Healthcare industry experience and knowledge of designing systems that protect sensitive PHI and PII are preferred.

A proactive, resourceful, resilient, and continuous-improvement mindset.

Benefits

Remote work opportunity available nationwide within the United States.

Full-time schedule of approximately 40 hours per week.

Base salary range of

$117,600–$161,700 per year

, with actual compensation varying based on geographic location, experience, education, certifications, and job-related skills.

Eligibility for an annual performance-based incentive plan.

Health benefits effective from day one.

Generous paid time off.

401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.

Employee well-being program and resources supporting overall health and productivity.

Paid volunteer time off.

Telephone equipment appropriate for the role's business requirements.

Internet expense support may be available to eligible remote employees in certain states.

Occasional travel to company offices for training or meetings may be required.

Remote work requires a dedicated workspace and reliable internet connection, with a recommended minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds.

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