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Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization. \nAs part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy. \nWhat sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values: \n\nClinical quality\n\nIntegrity\n\nService excellence\n\nTeamwork\n\nAccountability\n\nContinuous improvement\n\nInclusion\n\nOur values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America. \nAt SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, to learn more about our benefits.\nYour ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will. \n\nResponsibilities\n\nLead Data DeveloperSCA Health – Information Technology (IT) – Enterprise Application Services – Data Services\nPosition SummaryThe Lead Data Developer is a senior individual contributor (IC) and technical leader responsible for designing, delivering, and evolving enterprise data platforms and solutions that support clinical, operational, and financial outcomes across SCA Health.\nThis role is not a formal people management position. The individual will act as a technical owner and delivery lead, working in partnership with resource managers to align and coordinate assigned technical resources. The role requires the ability to direct technical work, influence priorities, and drive outcomes across distributed teams (including offshore resources) without formal authority.\nThe Lead Data Developer operates across a hybrid ecosystem of legacy and cloud-based technologies and plays a critical role in advancing SCA Health’s cloud-first and AI-enabled data strategy.\nKey ResponsibilitiesTechnical Ownership & Delivery ExecutionServe as technical owner for assigned initiatives, accountable for architecture, design quality, delivery outcomes, and long-term maintainability\nLead and coordinate design, development, testing, deployment, and support of data solutions\nPartner with resource managers to align staffing, skillsets, and priorities to delivery needs\n\nDirect technical execution across assigned team members, ensuring alignment to standards and timelines\nDrive delivery with limited information, clarifying requirements and resolving ambiguity proactively\nProvide accurate estimates and deliver solutions with high reliability and accountability\nData Architecture & Cloud TransformationDesign and implement scalable hybrid and cloud-first data architectures\n\nLead or contribute to phased transformation of on-premises data platforms to cloud-based solutions\n\nPartner with Enterprise Architecture to define solution strategies aligned to business and technology roadmaps\nPromote reusable engineering patterns and framework-driven development practices\nBalance legacy system support with modernization initiatives\nData Engineering & Platform DevelopmentArchitect and develop enterprise data pipelines and platforms\nBuild and maintain solutions using: \nMicrosoft Azure data ecosystem (ADF, Synapse, Azure SQL, Databricks)\nSnowflake, Airflow, dbt\nSQL Server (T-SQL, SSIS)\nEnsure high standards for performance, scalability, reliability, and observability\nImplement monitoring, logging, and operational readiness capabilities\nAI/ML Integration & Data InnovationDesign and implement AI/ML-enabled data capabilities within pipelines and data products\nIdentify and deploy use cases involving automation, predictive analytics, or intelligent workflows\nCollaborate with stakeholders to align AI/ML initiatives to measurable business value\nEnsure AI-enabled solutions are production-ready, scalable, and maintainable\nGovernance, Security & ComplianceEnsure compliance with HIPAA and enterprise data security and governance standards\n\nImplement appropriate access controls, encryption, and auditability for PHI/PII data\nParticipate in governance processes including code reviews, change management, and release management\nUtilize ServiceNow for incident, request, and operational management\nCollaboration & Stakeholder EngagementPartner with business stakeholders to understand requirements and prioritize delivery\nCollaborate with Enterprise Architects, Product Owners, and cross-functional teams\nFacilitate technical design discussions and solution alignment sessions\nCommunicate technical concepts clearly across both technical and non-technical audiences\nMentorship & Team EnablementMentor and guide junior and mid-level data developers\nPromote best practices in coding, architecture, and documentation\nSupport a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement\nFull Product Lifecycle ParticipationParticipate across the full lifecycle: \nIdeation\nDesign and development\nDeployment and release\nProduction support and optimization\nDecommissioning\nMaintain clear, current technical and operational documentation\nEnsure solutions are supportable and aligned with long-term platform strategy\n\nQualifications\n\nRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)\n8+ years of experience in data engineering, data platform development, or related disciplines\nProven experience serving as a technical lead or technical owner for complex initiatives\nDemonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams without formal authority\n\nProven experience delivering large-scale data integration and transformation solutions\n\nDemonstrated application of an AI-first mindset, incorporating AI/ML capabilities into data platform design, engineering practices, and solution delivery.\nRequired Technical ExperienceMicrosoft data and cloud technology stack (Azure, SQL Server ecosystem)\nSnowflake, Airflow, and dbt\nETL/ELT design and development across complex data environments\nData modeling (relational and dimensional)\nCI/CD and DevOps practices (Azure DevOps, GitHub Enterprise)\nRequired Specialized ExperienceHands-on experience implementing AI/ML capabilities in data platforms or products\nProven experience supporting or leading cloud transformation initiatives (on-prem to cloud)\nExperience implementing data security controls for PHI/PII in regulated environments (HIPAA or equivalent)\n\nPreferred QualificationsHealthcare data domain experience (clinical, operational, or financial)\nExperience with Azure Synapse, Databricks, or similar advanced platforms\nExperience with Kubernetes or containerized environments\nExperience with ServiceNow integrations\nRelevant Microsoft or cloud/data certifications\nRequired CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills\nAbility to operate effectively in a remote and distributed team environment\nProven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes\nStrong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills\nBehavioral ExpectationsDemonstrates accountability, professionalism, and integrity\nLeads with a solution-oriented and optimistic mindset\nChallenges constructively and supports organizational decisions once made\nCommunicates clearly and adapts to audience needs\nMentors others and contributes to team success\nWorks independently while maintaining alignment with broader team goals\nWork EnvironmentRemote or hybrid work environment\nCollaboration across onshore and offshore teams\nParticipation in an on-call or support rotation as needed\nEqual Opportunity StatementSCA Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.\n USD $130,000.00/Yr. 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