Data Engineer-Healthcare Analytics (Full-Time)

The Iowa Clinic; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with employer match

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Health, dental & vision insurance

Training & development

Team events & celebrations

Job summary

The Iowa Clinic is seeking a skilled Data Engineer – Healthcare Analytics to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure. You will enable data-driven decisions by ensuring data accessibility, reliability, and performance for analysts, scientists, and stakeholders.

Join a growing analytics team and collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver robust data solutions, maintain strong data governance, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in data engineering or a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical use of health information standards
• Strong understanding of analytical methods, tools, statistics and data management
• Proficiency in SQL and Python (or other scripting languages).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and data warehousing solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery).
• Familiarity with tools like Airflow, dbt, Kafka, or Spark is a plus.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, data governance, and best practices in data architecture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines using modern data engineering tools and frameworks.
• Design and implement data models and architectures that support analytics and reporting needs.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
• Monitor and optimize data workflows for performance and scalability.
• Maintain documentation for data processes, systems, and architecture.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data governance

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

SQL

Python

AWS

Azure

GCP

Snowflake

Redshift

BigQuery

Airflow

dbt

Kafka

Spark

Job description

Looking for a career where you love what you do and who you do it with? You’re in the right place.

Healthcare here is different – we’re locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions are always made right here in Central Iowa.

By working at The Iowa Clinic, you’ll get to make a difference while seeing a difference in our workplace. Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we’re committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place.

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our TIC team? Keep reading…

A day in the life…

Wondering what a day in the life of a Data Engineer – Healthcare Analytics at The Iowa Clinic might look like?

We are seeking a skilled and motivatedData Engineerto join our growing analytics team. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure that empower our organization to make data-driven decisions. You’ll collaborate closely with data analysts, data scientists, and business stakeholders to ensure data is accessible, reliable, and optimized for performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines using modern data engineering tools and frameworks.
• Design and implement data models and architectures that support analytics and reporting needs.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
• Monitor and optimize data workflows for performance and scalability.
• Maintain documentation for data processes, systems, and architecture.

NOTE: Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization and will not require employer sponsorship now or in the future. We do not provide sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in data engineering or a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical use of health information standards
• Strong understanding of analytical methods, tools, statistics and data management
• Proficiency in SQL and Python (or other scripting languages).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and data warehousing solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery).
• Familiarity with tools like Airflow, dbt, Kafka, or Spark is a plus.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, data governance, and best practices in data architecture.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Passion for building scalable and efficient data systems.

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What’s in it for you

• One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing
• Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success
• Generous PTO accruals
• and paid holidays
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits
• Training and development programs
• Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive-in movie night… we could go on and on
• Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days and clinic-wide competitions
• Employee rewards and recognition program
• Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives
• Employee feedback surveys
• All employee meetings, team huddles and transparent communication