Technical Specialist – Implementations

Key Skills

Apache Hadoop, Data science techniques, Design, Effective communication skills, ETL frameworks, Optimization, US Healthcare Recruitment

Job Description

You'll be instrumental in ensuring the seamless integration and processing of large healthcare datasets, leveraging your technical skills to execute data mapping and transformation tasks. By utilizing tools such as Hadoop ecosystem tools (e.g., Hue for running Hive and Impala queries), you'll analyze and validate data, preparing it for impactful use across the organization. Your role is vital in tracking project progress, identifying issues, and supporting change and release management activities to implement functionality that meets or exceeds our expectations.

Ideal candidates for the Technical Specialist role are those who have a solid background in data management or related technical disciplines and the ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies. If you're keen on keeping up with the latest trends in data integration and have a proactive mindset towards developing and applying innovative data management strategies, you're the type of candidate we’re looking for. Professionals with experience in healthcare data are especially encouraged to apply. This role presents a distinctive opportunity for personal and professional growth within a nurturing environment, allowing you to hone your expertise and play a significant role in advancing Cotiviti's data management initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and optimization of data integration solutions, including working on scalable data integration frameworks and assisting with ETL process refinements for effective data flow.
• Play a pivotal role in diverse, matrixed project teams, driving daily operations to meet project milestones within defined timelines.
• Collaborate with different departments, using your technical expertise to understand and help integrate data needs into Cotiviti's strategic plans.
• Drive process execution and enhancements, actively proposing improvements and meticulously documenting process updates as necessary.
• Participate in all stages of project development from research and design to programming, testing, and implementation.
• Facilitate meeting coordination, agenda management, and action item tracking to foster seamless communication and collaboration across Business Units.
• Collaborate with technical product owners, architects, and engineers to refine business requirements and acceptance criteria, playing a pivotal role in driving project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Healthcare Informatics, Data Science, Biostatistics, Health Information Management, or a related field preferred.
• At least 3-4 years of experience in technical roles, ideally with exposure to healthcare data management, ETL development, data integration, or similar fields.
• Familiarity with Hadoop ecosystem tools, such as Hue, for running Hive and Impala queries. Understanding of data mapping from raw datasets to a global standard format is a plus.
• Ability to perform quality analysis on data and engage with stakeholders for data validation and sign-off.
• Comfortable working within cross-functional teams and contributing to project objectives. Some experience leading small projects or project components is beneficial.
• Knowledgeable in collaborating with technical teams to define business requirements and acceptance criteria. Experience in agile development environments, SAFe knowledge is a plus but not required.

Mental Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area.
• Must be able to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and office setup and maintenance.
• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Base compensation ranges from $68,000 to $80,000. Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs. This role is eligible for discretionary bonus consideration.