Data Engineer

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Summary

The Data Engineer will be responsible for expanding and optimizing our data and data pipeline architecture. The role will include processing large amounts of data, including integrating data from multiple sources. This position will be a member of the Engineering team within the organization. This role requires a strategic thinker with a technical background, capable of achieving high standards of quality and performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and maintain infrastructure required for optimal extraction, transformation, and loading of data from a wide variety of data sources
• Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements: automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability, etc.
• Build the infrastructure required for optimal extraction, transformation, and loading of data from a wide variety of data sources using SQL, Python, and SAS.
• Work in an Agile environment (Kanban)
• Work with team in a collaborative environment to deliver solutions to internal and external customers
• Apply best practices and design patterns of best-in-breed applications
• Gather, analyze, and document functional and technical requirements for new projects, enhancements to existing solutions, and production issues reported by end users
• Complies with and ensures that teams comply with Graham Healthcare Group’s corporate values of Respect, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence
• Other duties assigned by management

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced working knowledge of SQL and experience working with relational databases, query authoring as well as working familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server.
• Proficiency with Python and/or SAS a plus.
• Proficiency with testing and QA of code and results.
• Experience with integrating data from disconnected datasources including, flat files, Excel, and SQL Server databases.
• Experience with REST APIs
• Superior analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience with Agile methodology
• Organizational and time management skills

Problem-Solving Skills:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues effectively.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive, self-driven approach with a passion for technology and innovation.
• A commitment to quality, performance, and continuous learning.

Education and/or Experience

• 4 years Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• Current SAS/Python certifications a plus
• Efficieny with Micrososft Office products

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must have and maintain in good standing professional license, certificate, or registration, as applicable.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job generally operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may travel by automobile and be exposed to changing weather conditions.

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This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.

About Graham Healthcare Group:

As an innovator in an evolving healthcare world, Graham Healthcare Group has been designing business and technology solutions to drive better care, outcomes, and productivity within its own home health and hospice companies for over 20 years. In the last several years, our solutions have been successfully integrated across the healthcare continuum.

Join the Graham Healthcare Group and enjoy the following benefits:

• Competitive Pay:  With opportunity for advancement 
• Health and Welfare Benefits:  Various medical, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your family to choose from. 
• Supplemental Benefits: Company paid life insurance and disability benefits.  Also, pre-tax FSA and HSA plans are offered. 
• Generous PTO Packages.
• Retirement:  Save for your future with our company offered 401k plan and pension.
• Company-Paid Education Programs:  Grow your career by taking advantage of 50% discounts on tuition for selected courses offered by Purdue and Kaplan. 

Benefits may vary based on your employment status.

NOTICE:

• Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is part of our background process, which includes medical and recreational marijuana.
• By supplying your phone number, you agree to receive communication via phone or text.
• By submitting your application, you are confirming that you are legally authorized to work in the United States.

Graham Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer