AdvancedMD · 1 day ago
Principal Data Engineer
AdvancedMD is a leading provider of cloud-based medical office software. The Principal Data Engineer will lead the architecture, development, and optimization of enterprise data solutions, ensuring high-performance data platforms that support analytics and data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Cloud ComputingHealthcareSoftwareHealth Care
Responsibilities
Architect and maintain enterprise data platforms using AWS services (S3, Glue, Lambda, Redshift, Step Functions, EventBridge) and Snowflake, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance
Design and implement RESTful and event-driven API architectures to enable secure, governed data exchange across internal systems and external partners
Build and optimize ELT/ETL pipelines for batch and real-time data ingestion, transformation, and delivery using tools such as AWS Glue, dbt, and Snowpipe
Define and enforce data modeling standards, including dimensional modeling, data vault, and schema design best practices within Snowflake
Establish and maintain data governance frameworks, including data quality monitoring, lineage tracking, metadata management, and access controls
Lead cost optimization initiatives across AWS and Snowflake environments, including warehouse sizing, storage strategies, and compute resource management
Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and application teams to design data products and self-service analytics capabilities
Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for data infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation) and version control best practices
Mentor and provide technical leadership to data engineers, conducting architecture reviews and establishing coding standards across the team
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and tools to continuously improve the data platform’s capabilities, reliability, and efficiency
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (Master's preferred)
10+ years of progressive experience in data engineering, data architecture, or a related technical discipline
5+ years of hands-on experience designing and building data solutions on AWS (S3, Glue, Lambda, Redshift, Step Functions, IAM)
3+ years of experience with Snowflake, including performance tuning, data sharing, and administration
Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and at least one additional programming language (Java, Scala, or similar)
Demonstrated experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs, including API gateway management and integration patterns
Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipeline development
Deep understanding of data modeling methodologies (dimensional, data vault, normalized)
Preferred
Experience as a technical leader or mentor
Experience with Apigee API management platform for enterprise API governance, security policies, and developer portal management
AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Professional, Data Analytics Specialty, or Data Engineer Associate)
SnowPro Advanced certifications (Data Engineer or Architect)
Experience with dbt for data transformation and analytics engineering workflows
Familiarity with data observability and quality tools (Monte Carlo, Great Expectations, or similar)
Experience with Apache Kafka, Kinesis, or other streaming technologies for real-time data pipelines
Knowledge of data privacy regulations (HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA) and implementing compliant data architectures
Experience with containerization (Docker, ECS, EKS) and microservices architectures
Background in healthcare, financial services, or other highly regulated industries
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with generous company match
Paid time off and holidays
Hybrid and remote work opportunities
Career growth and development support
Collaborative, team-oriented culture
Company
AdvancedMD
AdvancedMD is a healthcare technology company that offers cloud medical office software to ambulatory medical practices.
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Funding
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