Data Engineer

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first
 MPA supports shared success by helping business partners maximize program effectiveness and accuracy, which leads to improved member care, health outcomes, provider relationships, and financial sustainability for Medicare Advantage beneficiaries.
We are seeking a technically skilled Data Engineer 2 to deliver integrated Medicare Advantage risk adjustment solutions that leverage data and technology to empower members, providers, and Humana. This role requires collaboration with high-performing teams including business stakeholders and engineers and building and maintaining data processing architectures and solutions for Prospective risk adjustment initiatives related to In-Home Wellness Assessments (IHWA) and Provider Programs. Because the needs of our business segment change frequently, assignments are varied and often require interpretation. This position requires developing a solid general knowledge of the business, including how operations work and primary points of contact.

Key responsibilities:

• Write and maintain modular code for automation, including SQL stored procedures and ETLs, in accordance with best practices
• Regular pair programming sessions and code reviews of medium scale work
• Thoroughly testing and clearly documenting code, and explaining details of the work
• Develop an understanding of the team’s underlying technology stack – primarily Python, SQL, and cloud native platforms
• Research bugs/breaks and makes necessary adjustments and/or recommendations to resolve software related issues
• Transform data into insights and actions that enable Humana to better serve our members
• Develop an understanding of department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas
• Work with Business Intelligence and Software engineers to ensure code is optimized for performance and the right tools are being used for the right jobs.
• Eastern Time Zone business hours

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 2 years technical experience in data engineering.
• Understand the concepts of normalized relational data structures.
• Ability to analyze data to address diverse business needs, and design solutions for data movement and orchestration aligned to strategic goals.
• Proficiency in SQL database design, optimization, and ETL support.
• Experience with modular and reusable code development.
• Strong understanding of star schema, snowflake schema, data architecture and design principles.
• Experience working in the multiple cloud ecosystem (ADLS/Databricks/ADF/ASA, Snowflake) or other cloud-based platforms.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and translate requirements between business, project management and technical projects or programs.
• Demonstrated ability to articulate ideas effectively in both written and oral forms.
• Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment programs including IHWA and Provider Programs.
• Familiarity with Humana’s internal operations, policies, and systems.
• Understanding of Humana compliance and security standards (EIP, EA).

Use your skills to make an impact
 

Why Humana?  

You'll experience the following perks as a full-time Humana employee:

Humana offers a variety of benefits to promote the best health and well-being of our employees and their families. We design competitive and flexible packages to give our employees a sense of financial security—both today and in the future, including:

• Health benefits effective day 1
• Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time and jury duty pay
• Recognition pay
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Tuition assistance
• Scholarships for eligible dependents
• Parental and caregiver leave
• Employee charity matching program
• Network Resource Groups (NRGs)
• Career development opportunities

Interview Format:         

As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.

Work-At-Home Requirements

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

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Social Security Task

Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from [email protected] with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana’s secure website.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

 

$89,000 - $121,400 per year

 

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 09-14-2025
About us
 Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.

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