Data Engineer

Symmetrio; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Symmetrio is recruiting a Data Engineer for our healthcare technology client in Denver. The role designs, builds, and maintains scalable data solutions that support analytics, reporting, and BI initiatives.

You will work with Azure SQL, SQL Server, Microsoft Fabric, and ETL/ELT pipelines, collaborating with the DBA, API/Services team, and stakeholders to deliver reliable data integration and modeling. This is a full-time, on-site position offering strong benefits and compensation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Azure SQL and SQL Server.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric.
• Experience building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Familiarity with data integration best practices and tools.
• Knowledge of Power BI or similar visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of relational database design and data modeling.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication.
• Understanding of data security, privacy, and compliance considerations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines for data ingestion, transformation, and loading across Azure SQL and SQL Server environments.
• Partner with the API/Services team to build and maintain integrations between APIs, microservices, and database systems, ensuring efficient data exchange.
• Collaborate with the DBA to develop and optimize database schemas and data models that support application, operational, and reporting requirements.
• Establish and maintain processes for data quality assurance, including monitoring, validation, and data integrity throughout the pipeline.
• Work with business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into effective data solutions.
• Develop and maintain clear documentation for data pipelines, data models, integrations, and processes.
• Apply data security, privacy, and compliance best practices throughout the data engineering lifecycle.
• Transform, aggregate, and prepare data to support analytics, reporting, Power BI, dashboards, and other BI initiatives.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Azure Data Engineer Associate certification

Tools

Azure SQL

SQL Server

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

Symmetrio is recruiting for a Data Engineer on behalf of our customer, a leading and innovative healthcare technology organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes through advanced clinical data and technology solutions. The Data Engineer will join our customer's team and design, build, and maintain scalable data solutions that support their growing needs.

The ideal candidate has healthcare or regulated industry experience, is based in or able to work on-site in Denver, CO, and brings strong experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure SQL, SQL Server, ETL/ELT pipelines, data integration, and data modeling. Candidate will work closely with the DBA, API/Services team, and business stakeholders to develop reliable, scalable data solutions.

This is a full-time, on-site position in Denver, CO, offering a $115,000–$140,000 annual salary, depending on experience. The position also includes a 401(k) retirement plan, PTO, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable ETL/ELT pipelines for data ingestion, transformation, and loading across Azure SQL and SQL Server environments.
• Partner with the API/Services team to build and maintain integrations between APIs, microservices, and database systems, ensuring efficient data exchange and synchronization.
• Collaborate with the DBA to develop and optimize database schemas and data models that support application, operational, and reporting requirements.
• Establish and maintain processes for data quality assurance, including monitoring, validation, and data integrity throughout the pipeline.
• Work across technical teams and with business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into effective data solutions.
• Develop and maintain clear documentation for data pipelines, data models, integrations, and processes to support knowledge transfer and ongoing development.
• Apply data security, privacy, and compliance best practices throughout the data engineering lifecycle, working with the DBA on database-level controls and policies.
• Transform, aggregate, and prepare data to support analytics, reporting, Power BI, dashboards, and other business intelligence initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience with Azure SQL and SQL Server.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric.
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Familiarity with data integration best practices and tools.
• Knowledge of Power BI or similar visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of relational database design and data modeling.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder communication.
• Understanding of data security, privacy, and compliance considerations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with Azure Data Factory or SSIS, exposure to healthcare or other regulated environments, and an Azure Data Engineer Associate certification are preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)