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Data Engineer - MMIS - StarTechs Inc.
Data Engineer
Senior Data Engineer with deep MMIS experience, building scalable pipelines and analytics platforms for Medicaid programs using Python, SQL, ETL, and AWS.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines that ingest, transform, and load Medicaid data into analytics platforms.
- Collaborate with data scientists and business analysts to define data models and ensure data quality for downstream reporting.
- Implement and optimize ETL processes using Python, SQL, and AWS services (Glue, Redshift, S3).
- Monitor pipeline performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement automated alerts for data integrity.
- Document architecture, data flows, and best practices for future maintenance and scalability.
Requirements
- 5+ years of data engineering experience in healthcare or Medicaid environments.
- Proficiency in Python, SQL, and ETL tooling.
- Hands‑on experience with AWS data services (Glue, Redshift, S3, Lambda).
- Strong understanding of data modeling, governance, and compliance in healthcare.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently in a remote setting.