Senior Software Data Engineer @ Inovalon

Inovalon was founded in 1998 on the belief that technology, and data specifically, would empower the transformation of the entire healthcare ecosystem for the better, improving both outcomes and economics. At Inovalon, we believe that when our customers are successful in their missions, healthcare improves. Therefore, we focus on empowering them with data-driven solutions. And the momentum is building.

Together, as ONE Inovalon, we are a united force delivering solutions that address healthcare’s greatest needs. Through our mission-based culture of inclusion and innovation, our organization brings value not just to our customers, but to the millions of patients and members they serve.

Overview: The Senior Data Engineer is responsible for contributing to data analytics, data operations, and software product development across the organization. They will support existing data operations such as data refresh ETL, data structure development, and troubleshooting of data issues. Additionally, they will contribute to development of new products through data analysis to inform requirements and creation of APIs to support software development. They will work across a variety of products and projects as needed and engage with a variety of data types. This position may require independent work, sharing information and assisting others with work request.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Research customer data related questions and provide mapping between requirements and data points. This person will be responsible for customer data releases which includes working with customers, data packaging, validation, and documentation;
Proven analytical skills – Able to compare, contrast, and validate work with keen attention to detail;
Develop predictive and other classification methods thorough understanding of healthcare specific data sets such as CMS LDS files, 837 and 835 EDI specifications;
Develop APIs to allow for interaction with data sets from customer facing tools;
Perform data updates on a routine basis to keep product data sets current; and
Work and communicate in a cross-functional geographically dispersed team environment comprised of software engineers and product managers.
Maintain compliance with Inovalon’s policies, procedures and mission statement;
Adhere to all confidentiality and HIPAA requirements as outlined within Inovalon’s Operating Policies and Procedures in all ways and at all times with respect to any aspect of the data handled or services rendered in the undertaking of the position; and
Fulfill those responsibilities and/or duties that may be reasonably provided by Inovalon for the purpose of achieving operational and financial success of the Company.

Job Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years healthcare industry experience with and strong knowledge of healthcare data formats such as CMS LDS files and/or X12/EDI claims processing (specifically 837I/837P);
Strong working knowledge of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data;
Comfortable writing SQL queries for data analysis;
Comfortable working with Python to create APIs;
Experience with AWS database tools;
Ability to learn quickly and independently;
Experience with HIPPA and PHI;
Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook);
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines; and
Ability to work independently and to carry out tasks to completion following standard accepted practices.

Education:

BS degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Sedentary work (i.e., sitting for long periods of time);
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force;
Frequently or constantly to lift, carry push, pull or otherwise move objects and repetitive motions;
Subject to inside environmental conditions; and
Some travel (less than 10%) may be required for this position, primarily for training and collaboration purposes.

The actual base pay offered may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. At Inovalon, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Base Compensation Range

$98,145—$130,000 USD

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications listed in a job description. If you don’t meet every qualification listed but are excited about our mission and the work described, we encourage you to apply regardless. Inovalon is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and you may be just the right person for this or other roles.

By embracing diversity, equity and inclusion we enhance our work environment and drive business success. Inovalon strives to reflect the diversity of the communities where we operate and of our clients and everyone whom we serve. We endeavor to create a culture of inclusion in which our associates feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and pursue their professional goals in an equitable setting. We understand that by fostering this type of culture, and welcoming different perspectives, we generate innovation and growth.

Inovalon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirement.

The Company maintains a drug free work environment for all of its associates, which includes employees, contractors and vendors. It is unlawful for associates to manufacture, sell, distribute, dispense, possess or use any controlled substance or marijuana in the workplace and doing so will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or the contracted relationship.

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