Senior Data Engineer (Health Research Team)

Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for immigration support or sponsorship from Milliman now or in the future.  

Milliman’s Health Research Team (HRT) is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Senior Data Engineer to join our team, under the guidance of the Senior Manager, Health Data Analytics. In this role, you will design, maintain, and enhance data ETL pipelines, ensuring the smooth ingestion and transformation of data ultimately destined for Databricks. You will primarily work with Python, PySpark, and SQL, using AWS services like EC2 and S3. Additionally, you will process healthcare data through a variety of Milliman tools.  

This role is based out of the Milliman office in Chicago, IL, but candidates hired into this role may work remotely anywhere in the US or in the office on a weekly basis with flexible work arrangements. Travel to Milliman’s Chicago office for three consecutive days each quarter is required.   

Who we are:  

The HRT supports Milliman products and practices in a variety of capacities. These include but are not limited to financial functions, client support, project management, data engineering, and data analytics services. As a shared service team, we pride ourselves on delivering high quality, timely support to Milliman's clients, consultants, and leadership teams.   

Job Responsibilities:  

• Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure data pipelines meet business objectives and data transformations meet data analyst requirements 

• Write, incorporate, and maintain Databricks’ notebook scripts within our standard data and tool processing jobs 

• Ensure the integrity of the HRT’s data pipelines, Databricks lakehouse, APIs, and Milliman’s products by conducting in-depth validation reviews and by applying data governance and retention policies 
• Lead comprehensive data pipeline reviews across HRT's data assets, ensuring accuracy, completeness, consistency, and timeliness of healthcare data pipelines and downstream products
• Design, develop, and execute systematic data validation frameworks to identify anomalies, discrepancies, and integrity issues within our data pipelines and product tools
• Investigate and document root causes of data pipeline failures, partnering with data engineering and analytics teams to implement corrective actions and preventive controls
• Establish and maintain data quality metrics, scorecards, and dashboards to monitor ongoing pipeline health and communicate findings to stakeholders at all levels

• Deploy workflows into production environments, ensuring robust operation, monitoring performance, and promptly addressing any pipeline issues, to maintain reliability and stability 

• Collaborate with other HRT data analytics, engineering, and project management professionals to identify, propose, and implement process enhancements 

• Assist in developing ad hoc data workflows, which support Health Research Board (HRB) approved initiatives and Milliman practice client projects 

• Provide support to Milliman’s practices via our help desk system by answering a variety of questions, most often about our data assets and data use policies  

• Collaborate with HRT finance, operations, and project management teammates through providing technical and healthcare data expertise  

• Communicate progress, status, issues, decisions on a regular cadence   

Minimum requirements:  

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer / Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, Actuarial Science, or similar fields 
• 6+ years of relevant experience in data engineering or related roles, with advanced programming in SQL or Python languages 
• Demonstrates a strong capability to consistently produce high quality, accurate deliverables on schedule and effectively communicate progress, outcomes, and recommended next actions  

• Four or more years of experience in the following areas:  

• • Building data pipelines for enrollment, claims (medical or pharmacy), risk scores, or other common healthcare data sources 
  • Data modeling and architecture within Databricks or similar cloud-based analytics and AI platforms 
  • Utilizing distributed data processing frameworks, preferably Apache Spark (PySpark/Spark SQL) 
  • Using GitHub for version control, code review, and branching strategies 
  • Applying best data governance and retention practices 
  • Practicing intermediate or higher knowledge of other Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook, as well as Adobe Acrobat 

• Travel to Milliman’s Chicago office for three consecutive days each quarter is required

Competencies and Behaviors that Support Success in this Role 

• Ability to use REST API to perform standard database functions  

• Experience migrating between AWS and Azure  

• Competent with coding in the SAS Windowing Environment 

• General business knowledge of at least two healthcare lines of business (e.g. individual, employer group, Medicare, Part D, Medicaid, Dental, etc.) 

• Exposure to CMS’ LDS SAF data files  

• Proficiency in performing intermediate Excel skills, including complex formulas, Power Query, or VBA automation 

• Experience working in a project management setting  

• Articulate: Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially communicating technical details to nontechnical audiences  

• Collaborative & professional: Polished demeanor with a consultative approach, capable of interacting with, influencing, and communicating effectively with all levels of health professionals; flexible, with a strong work ethic and a team-player attitude  

• Enthusiastic & coachable: Displays a positive attitude, a growth mindset, and eagerness to learn; open to receiving and integrating feedback effectively  

• Adaptable: Stays up to date with the rapidly evolving data technology landscape 

• Resourceful: Service-oriented, dependable, and tactful, with the ability to work independently  

• Trustworthy: Demonstrates integrity and respect for confidentiality  

• Efficient & organized: Skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple projects and tasks amidst interruptions and tight deadlines  

• Detail-oriented & solutions-minded: Takes pride in their work and showcases excellent problem-solving ability which adds value to the business  

The Team  

Milliman is one of the leading experts in healthcare financing and delivery. We advise clients on a wide range of issues—from assessing the impact of healthcare reform on organizations or populations to streamlining operations while advancing the quality of patient care. Our consulting work is supported by a powerful toolkit of data analytics solutions and informed by the most trusted, comprehensive set of cost guidelines in the industry.     

Through a team of professionals ranging from actuaries to clinicians, technology specialists to plan administrators, we offer unparalleled expertise in employee benefits, investment consulting, healthcare, life insurance and financial services, and property and casualty insurance.  

Location

This role is based out of the Milliman office in Chicago, IL, but candidates hired into this role may work remotely anywhere in the US or in the office on a weekly basis with flexible work arrangements. The expected application deadline for this job is August 19, 2026. 

Compensation

The overall salary range for this role is $104,900 - $199,065. For candidates residing in: 

Alaska, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York City, Newark, San Jose, San Francisco, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, or the District of Columbia:  

• $120,635 - $199,065  

All other states:  

• $104,900 - $173,100  

A combination of factors will be considered, including, but not limited to, education, relevant work experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, etc. 

Benefits 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and well-being. Benefits include: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision – Coverage for employees, dependents, and domestic partners. 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for personal and work-related challenges. 

• 401(k) Plan – Includes a company matching program and profit-sharing contributions. 

• Discretionary Bonus Program – Recognizing employee contributions. 

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Pre-tax savings for dependent care, transportation, and eligible medical expenses. 

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Begins accruing on the first day of work. Full-time employees accrue 15 days per year, and employees working less than full-time accrue PTO on a prorated basis. 

• Holidays – A minimum of 10 observed holidays per year. 

• Family Building Benefits – Includes adoption and fertility assistance. 

• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for employees who meet eligibility criteria. 

• Life Insurance & AD&D – 100% of premiums covered by Milliman. 

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability – Fully paid by Milliman. 

Equal Opportunity  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

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