Principal Data Analyst - Strategy
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About the Role
Optum is a global organization that delivers care aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. As a Principal Data Engineer, you will oversee the data engineering of MVP/prototype data products and infrastructure, supporting the Optum Rx Strategy team. Your efforts will ensure efficient data pipelines and automate monitoring of data quality. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining data ingestion processes, collaborating with the Data Strategy team, and driving internal process improvements.
Primary Roles & Responsibilities
- Oversee data engineering of MVP/prototype data products and infrastructure.
- Design, implement, configure, and maintain data ingestion and integration processes.
- Create and maintain optimal data pipeline architecture.
- Automate monitoring and ensure efficient data QA processes.
- Collaborate with the Data Strategy team on data migration efforts.
- Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements.
- Build the infrastructure for optimal extraction and transformation of data.
- Support testing and auditing to ensure quality checks of sensitive data.
About the Candidate (Expectations and Nice to Have Skills)
Required qualifications for this role include a Master's Degree or higher in a technical discipline and hands-on experience with data engineering and pipeline development. Strong programming skills in languages such as Spark or Java and advanced SQL knowledge with various databases are essential. Preferred qualifications include experience with Python data science/engineering libraries, familiarity with Microsoft Azure, and experience in health insurance or diverse data management roles.
About the Company
UnitedHealth Group is a Fortune 5 company and a leader in the healthcare industry. For over 20 years, we have supported global healthcare systems from Ireland and the UK, fostering a diverse team of more than 2,100 individuals. Our commitment to health equity and diverse, inclusive culture empowers us to make meaningful impacts on communities.
Company Culture and Benefits
At UnitedHealth Group, diversity and inclusion are foundational elements of our mission to help people live healthier lives. We offer comprehensive benefits and clear direction for career development to ensure your success. Join us in creating a workplace that promotes equity and addresses health disparities.