[Remote] Senior Data Engineer - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Optum is a global organization that delivers care aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. They are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design and optimize scalable ETL pipelines and workflows, contributing to the development of business solutions with healthcare data applications. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders to translate complex requirements into reliable data solutions while ensuring high-quality data integrity and performance.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and optimize scalable ETL/data pipelines across platforms such as SQL Server, Snowflake, and DatabricksWork with large, complex healthcare datasets (e.g., claims, membership, provider data), supporting enrichment, transformation, and reconciliation processesSupport recurring production cycles in a fast-paced, SLA-driven environment, including monitoring, validation, and issue resolutionLead and support critical production issue resolution, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actionsPartner with business stakeholders, analysts, and actuaries to translate complex requirements into reliable data solutionsConduct code reviews and promote best practices to ensure high-quality, maintainable solutionsProvide accurate and timely estimates for development and support workEnsure data accuracy and integrity through validation, reconciliation, and quality controlsServe as a technical leader within the team by contributing to design decisions, standards, and continuous improvement effortsCollaborate with team members to meet or exceed service level agreements and delivery commitmentsSkills6+ years of data engineering work experience6+ years of experience designing and developing ETL/data pipelines6+ years of experience working across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)3+ years of experience working with cloud-based data platforms such as Snowflake, Azure, and/or Databricks3+ years of experience in PythonSolid hands-on experience writing and optimizing complex SQL in enterprise-scale environmentsProven ability to work with large, complex datasets and deliver scalable, high-performance solutionsExperience developing ETL Processes using Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)Experience with additional programming languages such as .NETExperience working with healthcare data, including medical, pharmacy, or administrative claimsExperience writing and executing functional and technical specificationsFamiliarity with data modeling concepts and data warehousing principlesDemonstrated proficiency with database design, querying, optimization, and troubleshooting in Oracle, SQL Server, and/or TeradataDemonstrated proficiency in database design, querying, optimization & troubleshooting with any of the following RDBMS: Oracle, SQL Server, and/or TeradataProven ability to be self-motivated and be able to work both independently and in a team environmentAll employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyBenefitsA comprehensive benefits packageIncentive and recognition programsEquity stock purchase401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)Flexibility to work remotely  from anywhere within the U.S.Development for other roles you may be interested inCompany OverviewOptum provides primary care and optical care services. It was founded in 1985, and is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://nm.optum.com.