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　　As a Data Engineer I in the Healthcare Economics department, you will create, modify, and test the code and construct the datasets that drive our analytics. You may develop and write solutions to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information and distribute through multiple methods. You will also perform basic ETL (extract, transform, load) processes.

　　This is a virtual/telecommuter position, working from home.

　　What you’ll do:

　　Develop, implement, and maintain datasets and extract, transform, load (ETL) scripts and processes. Use scripting skills to create data models and pipelines.

　　Work closely with other data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to develop understanding of the needs, pace, and direction for our business partners. Translate these needs into requirements and specifications for data processes and tools.

　　Troubleshoot issues as they arise and solve problems independently and collaboratively.

　　Collaborate with data engineers and other analysts to further understand business problems.

　　Develop code to complete effective solutions using applicable technology.

　　What you’ll bring:

　　Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or similar area. (Required)

　　Knowledge of the software development lifecycle, relational database theory, and skills to utilize one or more programming languages. (Required)

　　Familiarity with healthcare specific regulatory requirements for data management preferred.

　　Experience providing data integration services within healthcare organizations preferred.

　　Knowledge of Snowflake, Dataiku, Tableau, SAS, R, or any cloud technology.

　　Good problem definition, analytical, problem-solving skills, and technical writing skills.

　　Functional understanding and ability to apply programming and scripting concepts skills across SQL-based technologies.

　　Ability to use Extract Transform Load (ETL) tools (SSIS, Data Stage, Cask).

　　What we offer

　　Medical, vision and dental coverage

　　Life and disability insurance

　　Retirement programs (401K employer match and pension plan)

　　Wellness incentives, onsite services, a discount program and more

　　Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees

　　Generous Paid Time Off to reenergize

　　Free parking

　　Equal employment opportunity/affirmative action:

　　Premera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Premera seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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　　Premera is hiring in the following states, with some limitations based on role or city: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin .

　　The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience.

　　National Salary Range:

　　$67,800.00 - $98,400.00

　　National Plus Salary Range:

　　$67,800.00 - $112,200.00

　　*National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska .

　　At Premera, we make healthcare work better. By focusing on improving our customers’ experience purposefully and serving their needs passionately, we make the process easier, less costly, and more positive. Through empathy and advocacy, we change lives.

　　As the leading health plan in the Pacific Northwest, we provide comprehensive health benefits and services to more than 2 million customers, from individuals to Fortune 100 companies. Our services include innovative programs focused on health management, wellness, prevention, and patient safety. We deliver these programs through health, life, vision, dental, disability, and other related products and services.

　　Premera Blue Cross is headquartered in Mountlake Terrace, WA, with operations in Spokane and Anchorage. The company has operated in Washington since 1933 and in Alaska since 1952. With more than 80 years of experience in the region, we deliver innovation, choice, and expertise.