Data Analyst 2 - National Remote

UnitedHealth Group; Minnetonka (MN); Remote; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative organization dedicated to improving health outcomes through technology. As a DevOps Analyst, you'll ensure the reliability and efficiency of database systems, tackling challenges in a supportive environment. Your expertise in SQL and database administration will be crucial in managing and optimizing performance. Collaborate with talented peers to implement infrastructure solutions and contribute to meaningful projects that enhance health equity. This role offers flexibility with telecommuting options, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth, making it an exciting place to advance your career.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Qualifications

• 3+ years managing and maintaining database systems.
• Experience in SQL maintenance and performance tuning.
• Designed and implemented database systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage SQL databases for optimal performance and reliability.
• Perform regular SQL maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with teams for efficient application deployment.

Skills

SQL

Database Administration

Infrastructure as Code

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MS SQL

Terraform

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 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 startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description:We are seeking a highly skilled DevOps Analyst to join our team, dedicated to ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our database systems and applications, with extensive experience in SQL maintenance, database administration, and DevOps practices.

Must:

• SQL and Database Administration Competency

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Database Management:Develop, manage, and maintain SQL databases to ensure optimal performance and reliability
• SQL Maintenance:Perform regular SQL maintenance tasks, including backups, indexing, and query optimization
• Database Design and Implementation:Design and implement database systems to meet business requirements
• Infrastructure as Code:Develop and manage infrastructure using tools like Terraform to ensure scalable and secure deployments
• Collaboration:Work closely with development teams and other stakeholders to ensure efficient deployment of applications and infrastructure
• Problem-Solving:Debug and troubleshoot database and infrastructure issues, providing timely resolutions to ensure system reliability

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)
• 3+ years of experience managing and maintaining database systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL)
• 2+ years of experience in maintaining database performance such as query tuning, query plan analysis, index implementation, etc.
• Designed and implemented at least 1 database system or project such as SSIS packages, new schema, agent automation

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

The salary range for this role is $71,600to $140,600annually 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.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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 Groupis a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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