Staff Data Engineer

WellSky; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 115,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

WellSky seeks a Staff Data Engineer to design and maintain scalable data solutions for improving healthcare data accessibility and security. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to optimize data workflows and ensure high data quality standards are met. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience, particularly with Tableau and SQL, and possess excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with technical and non-technical teams.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits

Mental health benefits through TelaDoc

Generous paid time off plus 13 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Educational assistance up to $2500 per year

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with Tableau.
• Expertise in SQL and dimensional modeling.
• Strong knowledge of Tableau Server and data security.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain data architecture for the enterprise data warehouse.
• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to enhance data quality.
• Develop data solutions supporting BI development.

Skills

Tableau

SQL

Data Analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

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The Staff Data Engineeris responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines, infrastructure, and data visualization to support our data-driven decision-making processes. The scope of this job includes collaborating with data scientists, analysts, solutions partners, and other stakeholders to increase data quality, accessibility, and security.

We invite you to apply today and join us in shaping the future of healthcare!



Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and maintain the data architecture, data models, and standards for various data integration and data warehousing in enterprise data warehouse.
• Research, develop, and maintain data solutions to enable new or existing solutions and BI development for the enterprise driven data warehouse and data visualization solutions.
• Maintain current data infrastructure for performance, scalability, and reliability across all data workflows.
• Influence code reviews through WellSky solution subject matter expertise.
• Develop and train teammates for data security, architecture, and governance requirements while maintaining data quality standards through automation.
• Adhere to WellSky core values, ensure PHI data security, and adapt to changing BI technologies.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of hands-on experience with Tableau Desktop and Tableau Server in a client facing setting.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize dashboard performance, from workbook design to server configuration.
• Proficiency in SQL and dimensional modeling for analytics-ready data sources.
• Deep knowledge of Tableau Server administration, including REST API, Tabcmd, and TSM.
• Strong understanding of row-level security and role-based access control.
• Experience working with SQL Server, Snowflake, or BigQuery as BI data sources.
• Familiarity with data transformation tools such as DBT.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to Sisense and willingness to assist during transition or co-support periods.
• Knowledge of GCP infrastructure, especially IAM and BigQuery.
• Background in healthcare analytics or HIPAA-compliant data environments.
  
  

Preferred Certifications:

• Tableau
• GCP
• Sisense
  
  

Job Expectations:

• Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed
• Must work in accordance with applicable security policies and procedures to safeguard company and client information
• Must be able to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of time
  
  

WellSky is where independent thinking and collaboration come together to create an authentic culture. We thrive on innovation, inclusiveness, and cohesive perspectives. At WellSky you can make a difference.

WellSky provides equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. WellSky is proud to be a drug-free workplace.

Applicants for U.S.-based positions with WellSky must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Certain client-facing positions may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunizations and occupational health mandates.

Here are some of the exciting benefits full-time teammates are eligible to receive at WellSky:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Mental health benefits through TelaDoc
• Prescription drug coverage
• Generous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• 100% vested 401(K) retirement plans
• Educational assistance up to $2500 per year
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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