Software Engineering Advisor – Data Engineer - Hybrid

The job profile for this position is Software Engineering Advisor, which is a Band 4 Senior Contributor Career Track Role.

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Join our Data Platform and Analytics Services (DPaAS) team within Finance IT and help shape the future of enterprise data. In this role, you will design and support modern data platforms in AWS and Databricks, enabling faster, more reliable insights for business teams. If you enjoy solving complex data problems, improving data quality at scale, and building high-impact solutions, this is a great opportunity to make a measurable difference.

• Design and deliver scalable data pipelines in AWS and Databricks that drive reliable, production-ready data solutions
• Proactively monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve data pipeline issues to ensure consistent system performance and data integrity
• Triage and resolve incidents based on business impact, ensuring timely and effective issue resolution
• Partner with business stakeholders to investigate and explain data discrepancies, improving trust in data assets
• Develop ad hoc analyses and reports using SQL and Python to support critical business decisions
• Automate manual processes to improve efficiency, reduce errors, and accelerate delivery timelines
• Collaborate across engineering, platform, and product teams to manage dependencies and resolve service issues
• Deliver solutions within an Agile (Kanban/DevOps) environment, contributing to continuous improvement and faster delivery cycles

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in data engineering, software engineering, or related field
• Strong hands-on expertise in SQL and Python for data processing and analysis
• Proven experience designing and supporting data pipelines in AWS environments (S3, EC2, Glue, Redshift, Aurora)
• Experience with Databricks for data engineering and SQL analytics
• Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modeling, and relational databases
• Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow (DAGs, scheduling, operators)
• Proficiency with version control systems (GitLab, GitHub) and CI/CD best practices
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex data issues in production environments
• Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with REST APIs and tools such as Postman
• Familiarity with BI tools such as Tableau or ThoughtSpot, including troubleshooting data issues tied to Redshift
• Experience automating workflows and improving operational efficiency in data environments
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and DevOps principles in a production setting
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

What Sets You Apart

• You take ownership and consistently deliver high-quality solutions on time
• You thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and embrace continuous learning
• You bring a proactive mindset, identifying opportunities to improve systems and processes before issues arise
• You balance technical depth with business understanding to deliver meaningful outcomes

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 111,700 - 186,100 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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