Data Engineer

ABOUT US

At Vida, we help people get better — and we’re helping the healthcare system get better, too.

Vida is a virtual health clinic that provides expert, personalized, on-demand health coaching and programs from a network of experienced health care providers — like Prescribers, Registered Dietitians, Therapists and Health Coaches — through an easy-to-use app. We focus on managing chronic cardiometabolic conditions — like diabetes, obesity and hypertension — as well as achieving lifestyle health goals like eating more healthfully, getting more exercise, losing weight and reducing stress.

By combining advanced technology with the top-notch healthcare providers, Vida is breaking down the barriers that have historically kept people from getting the best care. We are trusted by Fortune 1000 companies, major national payers and large providers to enable their employees to live their healthiest lives.

**Vida is authorized to do business in many, but not all, states. If you are not located in or able to work from a state where Vida is registered, you will not be eligible for employment. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more about where Vida is registered.

We are searching for a Data Engineer with a strong foundation in Django/Python, DevOps, and a passion for the health-tech industry. This individual will be integral in advancing our data-driven healthcare solutions.

This position is ideal for someone looking to leverage their data engineering expertise in a meaningful way within the healthcare sector. If you are driven by innovation and the opportunity to make a substantial impact in health-tech, we invite you to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Engage in close collaboration with our data science team for effective data collection, processing, and management from various sources.
• Construct and maintain robust data pipelines, focusing heavily on automation and optimization with tools like Apache Airflow.
• Utilize Django and Python skills for backend development, ensuring efficient data processing and system integrity.
• Facilitate seamless integration of data workflows and architectures, with a special emphasis on efficient data handling and pipeline automation.
• Work alongside backend programmers to ensure cohesive and efficient system development and maintenance.
• Regularly update and apply the latest data engineering and DevOps methodologies to enhance system performance.
• Adhere to strict data privacy and security standards, compliant with healthcare industry regulations

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Data Engineering, preferably within the healthcare sector.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Expertise in Python and extensive experience with Django for backend development.
• Strong experience with workflow management tools like Apache Airflow.
• Proven experience in cloud platform management and deployment, with a strong focus on DevOps practices.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with data scientists and backend programmers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and proactive work approach.
• Outstanding communication and teamwork abilities.

Bonus Skills:

• Prior experience in healthcare or nutrition domains, especially with healthcare programs or digital health platforms.
• Familiarity with GraphQL, dbt, and other data management tools.

$140,000 - $160,000 a year

Subject to regional and individual evaluation.

Vida is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Diversity is more than a commitment at Vida—it is the foundation of what we do. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We don’t just accept differences — we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our platform and those we serve. Vida is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.

We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at Vida in any form without a valid, signed search agreement in place for the specific position will be deemed the sole property of Vida. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Vida as a result of the unsolicited referral.

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