Data Engineer

Data Engineer

Sapphire Digital, now a part of Zelis, seeks a dynamic and driven mid-level Data Engineer to join our team who will be responsible for operating and enhancing the performance and functionality of existing data management systems, as well as participating in the design and delivery of new database solutions.

Proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required upon hire.

In this position, you'll be responsible for:

  • Managing data activities such as data requirements gathering, data analysis/modelling, and data issues resolution using standard approved technology
  • Managing standardization, migration, transformation, validation, and quality assurance of data within multi-database platforms
  • Leveraging internal and external ETL tools for data processing and publishing
  • Identifying and maintaining company databases, including data sources, data structures, data organization, and data optimization
  • Identifying complex issues proactively and is responsible to see them through resolution, including identifying trends through data analysis and manipulation
  • Specific client data life-cycles from discovery to implementation to maintenance
  • Formulating and monitors policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management
  • Responding to production defects and relaying information back to the Operations Manager to communicate to clients
  • Contributing in all phases of the data and software development lifecycle when needed
  • Creating and maintaining code through github repository for change control
  • Supporting off hours data processing and emergency requests

You might be a good fit if you have:

  • Bachelor's degree (B. A. / B. S.) from four-year college or university; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 2+ years Healthcare industry experience preferred
  • 5+ years of experience with SQL, database design, optimization, and tuning
  • 5+ years of experience with open source relational and nosql databases (e.g. Postgresql, MongoDB, etc.)
  • 4+ years of experience using Github
  • 4+ years of experience in Shell Scripting and one other object oriented language such as Python, or PhP.
  • 3+ years of experience in continuous integration and development methodologies tools such as Jenkins
  • 5+ years of experience in an Agile development environment
  • Programming skills particularly SQL, Shell Scripting, and Python
  • Oral and written communication skills

EOE Committed to Diversity 

Sapphire Digital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected class, including without limitation, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, and disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in the hiring process we're more than happy to accommodate.
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