Senior Data Engineer – Streaming, Analytics & Visualization

Highmark Health; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design and operate real-time and analytical data pipelines powering enterprise reporting and decision-making. You will ingest, model, and optimize streaming and batch data in Azure Data Explorer, enabling fast, reliable analytics at scale.

You will translate engineered data into business-ready insights by building curated datasets, analytics, and Power BI/Tableau dashboards for internal teams and leadership, partnering with security and risk

Qualifications

• 5 years in design and analysis of algorithms, data structures, and scalable systems
• 5 years in data engineering, ETL development, or data management
• 5 years of SQL and experience with DB technologies (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
• 5 years of data warehousing concepts and experience with Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data processes across multiple systems
• Develop and maintain data models, databases, and data warehouses for BI/analytics
• Collaborate with IT, product, analytics, and business teams to gather requirements
• Monitor progress and report issues to lead developers regularly
• Implement and manage data governance, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate on data security measures including access controls and masking
• Mentor junior engineers as needed
• Perform data analysis to support decision-making
• Stay updated on data engineering trends and tools
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

KQL

SQL

Python

Real-time data

Data analytics

Data governance

Stakeholder collaboration

Power BI

Tableau

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS/Data Science/related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Azure Data Explorer

Kafka

Cribl

Power BI

Tableau

SQL databases

Job description

Company : enGen Job Description : JOB SUMMARY ***CANDIDATE MUST BE US Citizen (due to contractual/access requirements)*** As a Senior Data Engineer, you will design and operate real‑time and analytical data pipelines that power enterprise reporting and decision‑making, including security and operational telemetry data. You will be responsible for ingesting, modeling, and optimizing high‑volume streaming and batch data in Azure Data Explorer (ADX), enabling fast, reliable analytics at scale. This role blends deep data engineering with analytics enablement. You will structure and transform data using modern cloud and streaming technologies ( Kafka, Cribl, Azure Data Factory), applying medallion architecture principles to ensure data quality, performance, and governance across the full data lifecycle. A core responsibility is translating engineered data into business‑ready insights by developing curated datasets, analytics, and Power BI (and Tableau) dashboards used by internal teams and leadership. Success in this role requires strong proficiency in KQL, SQL, and Python, experience optimizing ADX for analytical workloads, and the ability to partner with stakeholders—including security and risk teams—to turn business questions into scalable, high‑impact data products.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, develop, and maintain robust data processes and solutions to ensure the efficient movement and transformation of data across multiple systems
• Develop and maintain data models, databases, and data warehouses to support business intelligence and analytics needs
• Collaborate with stakeholders across IT, product, analytics, and business teams to gather requirements and provide data solutions that meet organizational needs
• Monitor work against production schedule, provide progress updates, and report any issues or technical difficulties to lead developers regularly
• Implement and manage data governance practices, ensuring data quality, integrity, and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Collaborate on the design and implementation of data security measures, including access controls, encryption, and data masking
• Mentor other associate and intermediate data engineers as needed
• Perform data analysis and provide insights to support decision‑making across various departments
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in data engineering, recommending new tools and best practices as needed
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

EXPERIENCE Required

• 5 years of experience in design and analysis of algorithms, data structures, and design patterns in the building and deploying of scalable, highly available systems
• 5 years of experience in a data engineering, ETL development, or data management role.
• 5 years of experience in SQL and experience with database technologies (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• 5 years of experience in data warehousing concepts and experience with data warehouse solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery)

EXPERIENCE Preferred

• 7 years of experience with data pipeline and workflow management tools (e.g., Apache Airflow, AWS Glue, Azure Data Factory).
• 7 years of experience defining system architectures and exploring technical feasibility trade‑offs for optimizing short term execution while planning for long term technical capabilities
• 7 years of experience working with a variety of technology systems, designing solutions or developing data solutions in healthcare
• 7 years of experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their respective data services
• 7 years of experience in data governance, data quality, and data security best practices
• 7 years of experience translating requirements, design mockups, prototypes or user stories into technical designs
• 7 years of experience in producing data‑related code that is fault‑tolerant, efficient, and maintainable
• 7 years of experience structuring and transforming data from multiple source systems.
• 7 years of experience creating data visualizations and dashboards using Power BI or Tableau for internal and external audiences.
• 7 years of experience using Cribl as a steaming and transformation solution.
• 7 years of experience using Azure Data Factory as a transformation solution.
• 5 years of experience using Azure Data Explorer

SKILLS

• Demonstrated ability to achieve stretch goals in a highly innovative and fast‑paced environment
• Adaptability: Strong ability to take on diverse tasks and projects, adapting to the evolving needs of the organization
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with a focus on detail and accuracy
• Interest and ability to learn other data development technologies/languages as needed
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable with a range of data tools and technologies, with a willingness to learn new skills as needed
• Strong track record in designing and implementing large‑scale data sources
• Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
• Demonstrated passion for user experience and improving usability
• Team Collaboration: A team player who can work effectively in cross‑functional environments
• Experience and willingness to mentor junior data engineers and help develop their skills and leadership

EDUCATION

• Required Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Engineering or related field
• Preferred Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Engineering or related field

LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS

• Required None
• Preferred None

Language (Other than English)

• None

Travel Requirement

• 0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

• Position Type Office- or Remote-based
• Teaches / trains others
• Occasionally Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
• Rarely Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
• Never Physical work site required
• No Lifting: up to 10 pounds
• Constantly Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
• Occasionally Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
• Rarely

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Pay Range Minimum: $102,700.00 Pay Range Maximum: $164,600.00 Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.

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Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, which include Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, HM Health Solutions and HM Home & Community Services.

Highmark Health’s businesses proudly serve a broad spectrum of health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative, technology solutions.