Senior AI-Data Engineer

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The Senior AI-Data Engineer will leverage technical skills in SQL Server and ETL processes to support operational and strategic business activities, develop AI-powered solutions, and ensure database integrity and performance.

Responsibilities:

• Generating ad-hoc reports for operations
• Performing data analysis
• Troubleshooting production issues. Supported clients: UHC, Medica, CareSource (onshore only), Centene, Elevance, etc. RADV
• Support is time-sensitive and critical. Workload has increased significantly due to new CMS mandate resulting in a manifold rise in charts processed through RADV
• The position will leverage AI tools extensively for code/query/script writing using Copilot
• Resource must be onshore to access PHI/PII daily for support
• Leverage AI tools to automate manual processes
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions using no-code, low-code, and advanced platforms, translating business needs into scalable applications that enhance products, workflows and decision-making

Requirements:

• 7+ years of SQL Server experience
• 5+ years of SSIS experience
• 2+ years of .NET experience
• Advanced level of proficiency with SQL Server (server level, database level, securables, roles, grants, fragmentation, backups, schemas, sprocs, functions, etc.)
• Advanced level of proficiency with SSIS (Event Handling, Project Level Connections, Containers, Job Scheduling using SQL Server Agent, Delayed Validation, etc.)
• Advanced level of proficiency with SQL (CTEs, indexed temp tables, Stored Procedures, etc.)
• Ability to mentor, assist, train, influence others
• Proven excellent communication, time/project management, problem solving, organizational, and analytical skills
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Math, Finance, Health Administration or related field
• 2+ years of Azure experience
• 1+ years of Terraform experience
• 1+ years of experience with AI tools including Github Copilot and Microsoft Copilot
• Experience in business analysis, process improvement, workflow, benchmarking, or evaluation of business processes
• Health care industry experience
• Ability to work in a self-directed environment
• Ability to work with less structured, more complex issues
• Demonstrated intermediate level of understanding of .NET (integration with SQL server, flow, expectations, advising, etc.)
• Proven eye for detail and design sense