Cloud Data Platform Engineer - Remote

Optum improves the flow of health data and information to create a more connected healthcare system. The Cloud Data Platform Engineer will design, implement, manage, and optimize Azure cloud data infrastructure, Snowflake solutions, DevOps pipelines, and Terraform-based infrastructure. The role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, monitoring platform performance, and implementing cloud security best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage Cloud Data Platform infrastructure for Azure Data Factory (ADF), Self-hosted Integration Runtime (SHIR), LogicApps, Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 (ADLS Gen2), and Blob Storage
• Configure and optimize Snowflake data warehouse solutions to meet business requirements
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitActions to ensure seamless integration and deployment processes
• Utilize Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC) to automate and manage cloud resources
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver scalable, reliable cloud solutions
• Monitor and troubleshoot Cloud Data Platform infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance
• Implement security best practices to safeguard data and cloud resources

Requirements:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in setting up and managing Cloud Data Platform infrastructure for Azure Cloud Data Stacks (ADF, SHIR, LogicApps, ADLS Gen2, Blob Storage)
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Snowflake configuration and optimization
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with DevOps tools and practices, including GitActions CI/CD and Terraform
• 2+ years of experience with setting up, configuring, and optimizing Databricks for data engineering and analytics workloads
• Hands-on experience with AI-enabled data engineering tools
• Experience working within Agile delivery methodologies
• Solid understanding of cloud architecture and infrastructure as code (IaC) principles
• Proven excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and deliver high-quality solutions
• Demonstrated ability to work within tight deadlines and effectively raise critical issues
• Ability to travel, if needed, based on business needs and permissible travel conditions
• Experience with other cloud platforms and data solutions
• Experience working with healthcare claims, member, enrollment, or clinical data
• Knowledge of data governance and compliance standards
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes