Principal Data Engineer

Curative AI, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Equity participation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A health tech startup in Bellevue is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to design and build data infrastructure for AI-driven healthcare solutions. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience in data engineering, expertise in Azure Databricks, as well as strong skills in Python and API integrations. The role offers a competitive salary range of $185,000 – $220,000 plus benefits and the chance to work on innovative healthcare data platforms.

Qualifications

• 7+ years professional experience as a Data Engineer or equivalent.
• Strong in Python, PySpark, SQL, and API integrations (REST, GraphQL).
• Expertise with Azure Databricks, Spark, Delta Lake, and Azure Data Lake.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize data ingestion and ETL pipelines in Azure Databricks.
• Implement data quality and governance for sensitive data in compliance with HIPAA.
• Contribute to the design of an AI-first data platform.

Skills

Azure Databricks

Python

API integrations

Spark

Data Lake

Real-time data pipelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

About Curative AI, Inc.

Curative AI, Inc. is an ambitious innovative early‑stage startup revolutionizing the healthcare industry through cutting‑edge AI‑powered SaaS solutions. We are currently delivering exceptional value to our customers in Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) and Clinical Operations, empowering them with industry‑transforming AI technology, intelligent automation, and deep data insights. Unlike most tech startups, we have achieved financial break‑even within our first year, with signed customer contracts for $30+M in 2025 projected revenues through our AI healthcare solutions deliveries. Headquartered in Bellevue/Seattle, we have built a sizable top‑notch tech team in the US, and a large talented offshore team. We now enter a rapid growth phase, hiring aggressively to scale the US‑based team to 100+ employees in 2025. Our vision is bold: to achieve a valuation of over $1 billion within the next 18 months by continuing to deliver exceptional solutions and expanding our market presence. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an early‑stage AI healthcare tech company with a proven product, established customer base, solid revenue streams, and explosive growth potential.

The Opportunity

Curative AI, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Data Engineer for our rapidly growing company. Our cutting‑edge AI platform and tools will transform healthcare management, leading with RCM solutions for streamlined documentation, faster claims processing, enhanced clinical decision support, and much more. You will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and maintaining the data infrastructure that supports our data‑driven initiatives. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to identify and prioritize data infrastructure needs, develop and implement data pipelines, and ensure the quality and reliability of our data. You are humble, a dedicated team player, and excited for the road ahead. Come work with a CEO renowned in the AI field with a proven record of building high‑performing teams, fostering career growth, and creating a positive work culture. Let’s make healthcare smarter together.

Responsibilities

• Build & Own Data Pipelines: Design, implement, and optimize scalable data ingestion and ETL pipelines in Azure Databricks to integrate diverse data sources (EHRs, billing/claims, CRM, HRIS, scheduling, etc.).
• Healthcare Data Integration: Work with APIs, HL7, FHIR, X12/EDI, and other healthcare data standards to connect with platforms like CollaborateMD, Availity, Salesforce Health Cloud, Ensora Health, and EMRs.
• Data Platform Innovation: Contribute to the design of our AI‑first data platform, supporting real‑time data flows, vector search, embeddings, and LLM integrations.
• Data Quality & Governance: Implement robust monitoring, error handling, observability, and governance for sensitive PHI/PII data in compliance with HIPAA.
• AI Enablement: Partner with data scientists and ML engineers to make high‑quality, structured, and unstructured data available for training, inference, and real‑time AI agents.
• Performance at Scale: Optimize pipelines and storage for high throughput, low latency, and cost efficiency.
• Innovation Mindset: Rapidly prototype solutions for complex data challenges — doing things no one has done before in AI‑driven healthcare RCM and clinical operations.

Qualifications

• You must currently be located in the Seattle Metro Region and able to work hybrid on‑site a minimum of three days at our Bellevue location.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
• Core Engineering Skills
  • 7+ years professional experience as a Data Engineer (or equivalent).
  • Expertise with Azure Databricks, Spark, Delta Lake, and Azure Data Lake.
  • Strong in Python, PySpark, SQL, and API integrations (REST, GraphQL).
  • Proven experience with real‑time data pipelines (Kafka, Event Hubs, streaming).
• Healthcare Domain (Preferred but Not Required)
  • Knowledge of EHRs, HL7, FHIR, X12/EDI, RCM, EMR data models.
  • Familiarity with payer/provider workflows, claims, and clinical documentation.
• AI/Next‑Gen Skills (Big Plus)
  • Experience enabling LLM/AI pipelines (vector databases, embeddings, LangChain, RAG).
  • Familiarity with agentic AI workflows and real‑time orchestration.
  • Interest in integrating unstructured data (clinical notes, PDFs, images) into structured pipelines.
• Mindset & Traits
  • Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and fast‑learning.
  • Thrives in ambiguity and “greenfield” challenges.
  • Excited to push boundaries in AI‑powered healthcare data platforms.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to build a first‑of‑its‑kind AI healthcare data platform used in real‑world clinical and RCM workflows.
• A team that values innovation, boldness, and velocity.
• Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits.
• A culture of ownership, learning, and impact.

Compensation And Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $185,000 – $220,000 per year (commensurate with experience and qualifications).
• Target Annual Performance Bonus.
• Equity Package: Generous equity participation in the company's future success.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Life and AD&D insurance, paid time off and holidays.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Software Development

Curative AI, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), age, marital status, veteran status, or other non‑merit‑based factors. Curative AI, Inc. does not currently sponsor H1B visas and therefore candidates must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States on a full‑time basis and not require current or future visa sponsorship for employment. Curative AI, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We value the unique perspectives and talents that each individual brings to our company, and we are committed to providing an environment where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. We encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply for our open positions.