Senior Data Engineer (DBA)

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Design, develop, and deploy AI‑powered solutions using no‑code, low‑code, and advanced platforms, translating business needs into scalable applications that enhance products, workflows and decision‑making. Build high‑performing and scalable data systems, applications, and data pipelines to process very large amounts of data from multiple sources. Develop services, controls, and reusable patterns that enable the team to deliver value safely, quickly, and sustainably in the public cloud and on‑prem. Collaborate on Big Data systems and features within an Agile environment. Collaborate with cross‑function teams of developers, senior architects, product managers, DevOps, and project managers. Deliver solutions that are devoid of significant security vulnerabilities. Foster high‑performance, collaborative technical work resulting in high‑quality output. Proactively automate infrastructure, application and services to enable an automated delivery through the CI/CD pipelines to the cloud and on‑prem. Help convert current on‑prem ETL pipelines from .NET to cloud using Azure Data Factory/Data Bricks. Help maintain current .NET framework until conversions are complete. Maintain excellent time management, communication, decision‑making, and presentation skills. Display a strong desire to achieve and attain high levels of both internal and external customer satisfaction. You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent work experience. 7+ years of experience in large Database Administration. 7+ years of experience with SQL Server (T‑SQL), including performance tuning, indexing strategies, and Query Store analysis. 7+ years of experience with High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, mirroring, enterprise data security. 4+ years of experience with data replication tools such as Service Broker. 4+ years of experience with partitioning. 4+ years of experience supporting Data Integration tool SSIS from a connectivity and performance troubleshooting perspective. 2+ years of experience monitoring and alerting in an enterprise environment (e.g. Redgate). 2+ years of experience managing Cloud databases (Azure SQL DB, Azure Synapse, SQL Managed Instances, or Snowflake), including storage optimization and cost management; monitoring and alerting tool Azure Monitor; and managing data integration tools (Azure Data Factory) from a connectivity and performance troubleshooting perspective. 2+ years of experience with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions/Azure App Service) specifically for automated database deployments and schema migrations. 2+ years of experience automating database tasks using PowerShell or Python. All telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full‑time employment. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. We consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr UnitedHealth Group