Senior Data Engineer (DBA)

Postgres, MySQL
UNITED STATES
October 30, 2026
Full Time
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Job Description

Company: Optum
Location: Schaumburg, IL
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time
Pay / Compensation: $91,700 to $163,700 annually

About the Role

Optum is a global organization dedicated to improving health outcomes through technology. As a Senior Data Engineer / Senior Database Administrator, you will design, implement, and maintain resilient Postgres and MySQL database solutions within an Azure cloud environment, supporting high-impact clinical and care delivery applications.

What You’ll Do / Key Responsibilities

  • Administer, maintain, and upgrade Postgres and MySQL databases in Azure to ensure optimal availability and resilience.
  • Optimize and tune database performance through data model design, query tuning, and indexing.
  • Perform Snowflake database administration, access controls, and security configuration.
  • Design and implement automation for routine database administration tasks to eliminate operational waste.
  • Enforce security standards, access controls, data encryption, and robust backup/disaster recovery strategies.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Postgres database administration, architecture, and configuration.
  • 3+ years of experience in MySQL database administration.
  • 5+ years of experience using SQL for querying, data manipulation, and database management.
  • 3+ years of experience with Postgres Flexible Server on Microsoft Azure.
  • 2+ years of experience working in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
  • 2+ years of experience in Snowflake administration and security.

Preferred / Bonus Qualifications (if applicable)

  • 5+ years of experience working in a Healthcare environment or Medical Management domain.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux operating systems.
  • Experience with technical tools such as GitHub and Python.

Benefits & Perks (if applicable)

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution

At UnitedHealth Group, we are committed to health equity and an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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