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Senior Database Engineer

Humana
Remote US, United States, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Mar 2026
💰 $147,000/yr($106,900/yr$147,000/yr)

About the role

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The Senior Database Engineer leads important projects in design, development, implementation and management of databases. The Senior Database Engineer work assignments involve moderately complex to complex issues where the analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

The Senior Database Engineer develops database architectures to address business requirements, ensuring system scalability, security, performance and reliability. Designs database applications such as interfaces, data transfer mechanisms and data partitions to enable efficient access of the generic database structure. Creates plans for architecture updates and integrates new systems with existing warehouse structure to refine performance/functionality. Generally has in-depth knowledge and expertise of database technologies, along with solid programming, design and system analysis skills. Begins to influence department’s strategy. Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components, and work is performed without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments.


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Required Qualifications

  • 3 years of technical experience with a primary focus on ETL

  • Comprehensive knowledge of applications including SSIS and/or SSMS

  • Advanced knowledge and experience with SQL and/or Python/PySpark

  • Technical proficiency with Databricks and/or a Databricks Certification

  • Experience designing, developing, and testing of software applications and/or infrastructure

  • Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to non-technical professionals

  • Proven experience with consulting with and building relationships with business partners

  • Self-starter that can work independently with minimal direction and takes ownership and anticipates future consequences and trends accurately

  • Critical thinker who can anticipate team needs and take initiative to present ideas, ask the right questions and deliver the highest quality work

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Azure and/or other cloud reporting systems or experience in Cloud design

  • Experience in the development of interactive reports using Power BI and/or similar product

Additional Information

Work Style: Remote

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Work at Home/Remote Requirements 
To ensure Hybrid Office/Home associates’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Hybrid Office/Home associates must meet the following criteria:

  • At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested

  • Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership

  • Associates 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 associates with telephone and computer 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

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.


 

$106,900 - $147,000 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. Asso

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