Business Systems Analyst - National Remote

Lensa; Brentwood (TN); Remote; USD 71,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Business Systems Analyst for a remote role. The ideal candidate will lead analytics projects, design data infrastructure, and communicate insights effectively. This role offers flexibility, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contributions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data analytics or analytic engineer role.
• 3+ years of experience in reporting and data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytics projects and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Design and maintain data infrastructure and ETL pipelines.
• Communicate insights clearly to stakeholders.

Skills

SQL

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Azure

Snowflake

Job description

Business Systems Analyst - National Remote

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, UnitedHealth Group, is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Lead Analytics Projects Independently: Deliver high-quality analytics solutions with minimal supervision, following clear objectives and timelines
2. Design and Maintain Data Infrastructure: Build robust data models and ETL pipelines to support scalable analytics and reporting frameworks
3. Effective Analytics Architect: Apply understanding of the mechanics and user flow within a data set and dashboard
4. Leverage Advanced SQL Skills: Write efficient, optimized SQL queries to extract, analyze, and manipulate complex datasets
5. Promote Systems Thinking: Approach problems with a systems-oriented mindset, ensuring solutions are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with long-term goals
6. Communicate Insights Clearly: Translate complex data findings into clear, concise business insights through strong written and verbal communication
7. Navigate Between Strategy and Detail: Seamlessly shift between high-level concepts and granular data to drive informed decision-making
8. Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with analysts, end users, and stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver actionable, data-driven insights

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

• High School Diploma / GED (or higher)
• 5+ years of experience in a data analytics or analytic engineer role
• 5+ years of experience with SQL programming, relational databases, data management, and data warehousing
• 3+ years of experience in reporting, data visualization (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and analytical interpretation

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field
• Experience with healthcare data, including claims and eligibility datasets
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure or Snowflake
• Strong understanding of systems thinking and its application in data engineering
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

The salary range for this role is $71,600 to $140,600 annually, based on full-time employment. Pay is determined by factors including local labor markets, education, experience, and certifications. UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as comprehensive packages, incentive programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contributions, subject to eligibility.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records as per the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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

Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system for everyone, regardless of race, gender, or background. We strive to address health disparities and promote equitable care.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Candidates must pass a drug test prior to employment.