Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This candidate will be part of a 40+ person team made up of Project Managers, Teradata and Web Developers, Data Modelers, DBAs, Business Analysts and Report Analysts. Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with programmers, analysts, immediate supervisor, management, system users, operations, other State agencies and the private sector.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage batch job migration and conversion activities for the State of Michigan Health Services Data Warehouse and participating systems/users

• Learn a homegrown batch processing environment (MDHHS Common Batch Framework) from State of Michigan documentation and on the job exposure

• Learn the operational protocols and best practices of the MDHHS Common Batch Framework

• Review existing batch jobs to understand their current function, including Linux shell scripts and Teradata utility scripts for BTEQ, TPT, Multiload, Fastload, and FastExport

• Convert existing batch jobs into the MDHHS Common Batch Framework, ensuring they follow the operational protocols and best practices

• Test batch job conversions for accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards

• Become proficient with the State of Michigan Helix ticket system and the promotion process for production

• Lead other developers in the conversion of existing batch jobs

• Mentor other developers in the creation of new batch processes

• Follow a cohesive approach for achieving conversion milestones

• Analyze and recommend process improvements

• Must be able to work independently

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Teradata experience (V16/17)

• 5+ years of experience with performance tuning within a Teradata environment (SQL,Joins, Indexes, Viewpoint, Explains)

• 5+ years of experience SQL Skills that include working with joins, indexes, partitions at table level and performance tuning skillsets

• 5+ years of experience with SQL Assistant

• 5+ years of experience performing data extracts, data transformations & data loads (ETL)

• 5+ years of experience with Linux/Unix shell scripting

• 5+ years of experience with data migration

• 5+ years of experience working on projects employing Agile methodology

• 3+ years of experience with Teradata Utilities (TPT, Mload, Fastload, BTEQ, etc.)

• Experience with TASM

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience with State Government/Public Health business areas

• Experience working with business partners to proactively identify value add solutions

• Experience with Report Development

• Experience with Analytical Tools

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.