Advisory Sr. Consultant, Cloud Data Engineer - Remote

Quality Control Specialist - Pest Control; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 89,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organization is seeking a Senior Cloud Data Engineer to lead the migration of their Enterprise Data Warehouse to a modern cloud platform. The successful candidate will work with Azure Cloud tools and Snowflake, optimizing data pipelines while ensuring security and compliance. This role offers flexibility to work remotely within the U.S. and requires strong analytical skills and significant experience in cloud data engineering.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Cloud Data Engineer.
• 3+ years with Azure Cloud tools and Snowflake.
• Proficiency in DevOps and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead migration of ETLs to Azure Cloud and Snowflake.
• Design and implement data platform solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Cloud Data Engineering

Problem-Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical Skills

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Snowflake

Databricks

GitActions

Job description

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. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Data Engineer to join our team for a Cloud Data Modernization project. The successful candidate will be responsible for migrating our on-premises Enterprise Data Warehouse to a modern cloud-based data platform utilizing Azure Cloud data tools and Snowflake.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the migration of the ETLs from on-premises database platform-based data warehouse to Azure Cloud and Snowflake
• Design, develop, and implement data platform solutions using Azure Data Factory (ADF), Self-hosted Integration Runtime (SHIR), Logic Apps, Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 (ADLS Gen2), Blob Storage, and Snowflake
• Review and analyze existing on-premises ETL processes developed in SSIS and T-SQL
• Implement DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines using GitActions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and data flow
• Optimize and troubleshoot data pipelines and workflows
• Ensure data security and compliance with industry standards

You'll 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:

• 5+ years of experience as a Cloud Data Engineer
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Azure Cloud data tools (ADF, SHIR, LogicApps, ADLS Gen2, Blob Storage) and Snowflake
• 3+ years of experience in ETL development using on-premises databases and ETL technologies
• 3+ years of experience with Python or other scripting languages for data processing
• 2+ years of experience with development in Databricks for data engineering and analytics workloads
• Proficiency in DevOps and CI/CD practices using GitActions
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Proven excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Proven solid communication and collaboration skills
• Proven solid analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Azure or Snowflake
• Experience with data modeling and database design
• Proven knowledge of data governance and data quality best practices
• Familiarity with other cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud)

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

The salary range for this role is $89,800 to $176,700 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.