Principal Data Engineer at Optum · United States (Remote) · Joined
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Principal Data Engineer
Optum · United States (Remote) · Yesterday · 0 applicants
RemoteFull-timeLead
Pay
$113k–$193kListed
Workplace
Remote
Job type
Full-time
Level
Lead
Team: Optum Insight Engineering AI team · Source: builtin · Posted by joined-scrapper
About the role
Principal Data Engineer at Optum to design and develop scalable Azure cloud data systems, modern ETL/ELT pipelines, and AI integrations. Remote role within the U.S. focused on healthcare data solutions.
What you’ll do
Design and develop scalable cloud applications and reusable patterns in Azure
Build and optimize large-scale data pipelines using Azure Databricks, Apache Spark, and ETL/ELT
Deploy AI and data-driven solutions to support machine learning and analytics
Develop AI-powered business solutions to automate workflows
Participate in architectural evolution and define best practices
Mentor other data engineers and provide technical direction
What you’ll need
8+ years of software or data engineering experience
5+ years of hands-on Python development
4+ years of Apache Spark/PySpark and distributed data processing
5+ years of advanced SQL and performance optimization
1+ years designing REST/GraphQL APIs
1+ years integrating LLMs or generative AI into engineering workflows
Benefits
401(k) and employee stock purchase planComprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceGenerous parental leave and family medical leaveGenerous PTO and paid holidaysTuition reimbursement and personal development trainingPerformance bonuses
Original job description
Requisition Number: 2400247Optum 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, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by…