Senior Data Engineer (DBA)

UnitedHealth Group; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Senior Data Engineer / Senior Database Administrator to design, implement, and maintain resilient Postgres and MySQL databases in an Azure cloud environment. You will drive performance, automation, and security across OptumCare applications such as Curo, Order Utility, and Optum Pro.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and present solutions to leadership while upholding robust backup, disaster recovery, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Postgres administration, architecture, and configuration.
• 5+ years SQL querying and data manipulation.
• 5+ years database performance tuning and optimization.
• 3+ years MySQL administration.
• 3+ years Postgres Flexible Server on Azure.
• 2+ years in Agile/Scrum environment.
• 2+ years Snowflake administration and security.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and upgrade Postgres/MySQL databases in Azure.
• Design data architectures supporting OptumCare applications.
• Tune performance via indexing, queries, and capacity planning.
• Perform Snowflake administration and security configuration.
• Automate routine DB tasks to reduce churn.
• Collaborate across Scrum teams on architecture and delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers to raise technical excellence.

Skills

PostgreSQL administration

SQL querying

Database performance tuning

System analysis

Agile/Scrum

Mentoring

Tools

Azure Cloud

Snowflake

Linux

GitHub

Python

Java

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, and data 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.

As a Senior Data Engineer / Senior Database Administrator within Optum Technology supporting OptumCare products-including Curo, Order Utility, and Optum Pro-you will design, implement, and maintain resilient Postgres and MySQL database solutions in an Azure cloud environment. You will solve complex data architectural challenges, drive database performance tuning, implement task automation, manage Snowflake administration and security, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support high-impact clinical and care delivery applications.

If you reside in Schaumburg, Illinois, you will enjoy the flexibility of an office-based role as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Administer, maintain, and upgrade Postgres and MySQL databases in Azure across multiple environments to ensure optimal availability, scalability, and resilience
• Design and implement database solutions, enhancements, and data architectures supporting OptumCare applications including Curo, Order Utility, and Optum Pro
• Optimize and tune database performance through data model design, query tuning, indexing, and capacity planning
• Perform Snowflake database administration, access controls, and security configuration
• Eliminate team churn and operational waste by designing and implementing automation for routine database administration and menial tasks
• Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement
• Evaluate emerging trends and technologies to inform solution design, architectural updates, and strategic innovation
• Enforce security standards, access controls, data encryption, and robust backup/disaster recovery strategies
• Create and maintain technical documentation related to database architecture, design, and operational procedures
• Work independently across multiple Scrum teams to collaborate on application architecture, decision-making, and cohesive solution delivery
• Solve unique and complex database problems with broad business impact, effectively communicating and translating complex concepts for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Present and demonstrate database solutions and project outcomes to technical peers, partner teams, and senior leadership
• Mentor junior members of the engineering team to foster technical excellence and achieve key business objectives

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Postgres database administration, architecture, and configuration
• 5+ years of experience using SQL for querying, data manipulation, and database management
• 5+ years of experience optimizing database performance through indexing, query tuning, and database optimization techniques
• 3+ years of experience in MySQL database administration
• 3+ years of experience with Postgres Flexible Server on Microsoft Azure
• 3+ years of experience in systems analysis
• 3+ years of experience presenting and demonstrating technical solutions to peers and senior management
• 2+ years of experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment
• 2+ years of experience in Snowflake administration and security

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience working in a Healthcare environment or Medical Management domain
• 3+ years of Care Management and Utilization Management domain experience
• 2+ years of experience working in a cloud-based enterprise environment
• Hands-on experience with Linux operating systems
• Experience working effectively within a distributed or virtual team environment
• Experience with technical tools and technologies such as GitHub, Python, Java, Postgres, and Azure

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

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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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