Chicago, IllinoisRemote LocalFull Time$140k - $170kA healthcare technology organization is seeking a Forward Deployed Data Engineer to help build the foundation for data-driven operations and AI-powered solutions. This full-time position offers remote flexibility within the Chicagoland area, allowing for in person collaborations in Logan Square. The environment leverages AWS, Python, SQL, cloud data platforms, and emerging AI technologies to support mission-critical healthcare operations.
This is not a traditional data engineering position focused solely on ETL development or dashboard creation. Instead, the team is looking for an engineer who enjoys working across software development, data architecture, validation, and AI systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring data quality, building trusted datasets, measuring AI effectiveness, and creating operational visibility that drives business decisions. For engineers who enjoy wearing multiple hats and solving ambiguous problems, this is a rare opportunity to influence both technology strategy and business outcomes.
Required Skills & Experience 5+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Analytics Engineering, or related rolesStrong Python development skillsAdvanced SQL expertiseExperience working with production data systemsData modeling and data architecture experienceExperience validating, testing, and monitoring data qualityAbility to work directly with business stakeholdersExperience supporting operational reporting and analytics initiativesAWS or comparable cloud experienceStrong communication skills Desired Skills & Experience Experience supporting AI, LLM, or automation initiativesHealthcare or Revenue Cycle Management experienceExperience with claims, EDI, denials, eligibility, or healthcare operationsSnowflake, Databricks, Redshift, or modern cloud data platformsdbt, Airflow, Dagster, or similar toolingExperience measuring system performance and operational outcomesExposure to software testing, quality engineering, or validation frameworksHIPAA-regulated data environments What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown 35% Data Quality & Validation30% Software Engineering & AI Enablement25% Data Modeling & Architecture10% Stakeholder Support & Business Visibility
Daily Responsibilities 80% Hands-On Engineering5% Management Duties15% Team Collaboration The Offer
You will receive the following benefits: Bonus EligibleCompetitive Base SalaryEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramFlexible Time OffHybrid or Remote FlexibilityProfessional Development OpportunitiesMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance401(k) with Company MatchFlexible PTOWellness BenefitsEmployee Stock Purchase PlanProfessional Development Support
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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