Data Platform Specialist / Job Req 1023734080

DescriptionHybrid: Applicants must be a California resident as of their first day of employment.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:We are seeking an experienced Data Platform SME who provides subject matter expertise and technical leadership for the enterprise data platform. This role supports the design, implementation, and optimization of scalable and secure data solutions while ensuring alignment with business and regulatory requirements.Principal responsibilities include:Serving as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the enterprise data platformActing as the technical authority for data platform design and architecture decisionsDefining, owning, and evolving the data platform architecture and technical roadmapProviding technical leadership and guidance to data engineering and analytics teamsAdvising on the use of AI and advanced analytics within the data platform to support enterprise solutionsEstablishing and enforcing data standards, governance, security, and best practicesLead the ETL initiatives and own the Applications from SME perspectiveExpertise in understanding SSIS Packages and provide technical expertise to modernizeOwning platform-wide decisions related to data tooling, frameworks, and integration patternsPartnering with business and technical stakeholders to align data solutions with business needsServing as an escalation point for complex, cross-team data platform issuesApply working knowledge of healthcare data and regulatory considerations to ensure the data platform supports healthcare workflows, analytics, and privacy requirementsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOBDesign, implement, and optimize data ingestion, storage, processing, and analytics systemsSupport data pipelines that enable analytics and AI/ML use casesCollaborate with ETL developers to integrate data and analytics solutions into enterprise applicationsEnsure data quality, reliability, availability, and performance across the platformTroubleshoot and resolve complex data platform issues and lead root-cause analysisEvaluate, recommend, and implement data platform technologies and enhancementsSupport scalability, cost optimization, and operational efficiency of data systemsCreate and maintain technical documentation and architectural standardsMentor team members and promote data platform best practicesPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSConstant and close visual work at desk or computer.Constant sitting and working at desk.Constant data entry using keyboard and/or mouse.Frequent use of telephone headset.Constant verbal and written communication with staff and other business associates by telephone, correspondence, or in person.Frequent lifting of folders and other objects weighing between 0 and 30 lbs.Frequent walking and standingMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION OR TRAINING EQUIVALENT TO:Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.MINIMUM YEARS OF ADDITIONAL RELATED EXPERIENCE:7–10 years of experience in data engineering, data platform development, Technical Lead or SME roles3+ years of experience acting as a technical lead, architect, or subject matter expertSPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS (SKILLS, ABILITIES, LICENSE):Deep expertise in data platforms (data lakes, data warehouses, lakehouse architectures)Strong experience with cloud-based data ecosystems (Azure)Working knowledge of AI and advanced analytics concepts sufficient to guide enterprise use casesAdvanced proficiency in SQL, data modeling, SSIS Packages and Datawarehousing principlesHands-on experience with big data and analytics tools (e.g., Spark, Databricks, Snowflake)Knowledge of data governance, security, privacy, and compliance frameworksStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsAbility to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutionsOwnership mindset with accountability for delivering scalable, secure data platform solutionsCuriosity to collaborate across teams and build understanding of healthcare data and business contextContinuous learning to effectively support modern data and AI-enabled solutionsSALARY RANGE: $142,043.20 - $213,075.20 AnnuallyThe Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business necessity. We strive to have the best-qualified person in every job. The Alliance prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, religion, marital status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking, military service/veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, employees requesting accommodation of a disability or religious belief, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws RequirementsEmployee Type: Full Time