SQL Server Data Engineer

Job Title: SQL Server Data Engineer

Location: Hybrid - Within 35 miles of Tulsa, Oklahoma

Department: Information Technology and Product Development

Reports To: Sr. Director of Engineering

Job Summary:

The Data Engineer is responsible for building and maintaining robust data processing solutions within our healthcare analytics platform. This role focuses on developing T-SQL stored procedures, managing data transformations, and supporting our reporting infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings 8-10 years of hands-on experience with SQL Server and T-SQL development, with a passion for working with healthcare data.

We are seeking a talented Data Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience with SQL Server database development and T-SQL programming. While knowledge of healthcare claims processing and reporting tools is beneficial, we provide comprehensive on-the-job training in these areas. This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career in healthcare analytics while working with meaningful data that directly impacts healthcare cost reduction.

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain T-SQL stored procedures for data processing and transformation

Design and optimize SQL Server databases for healthcare analytics workflows

Build data extraction and transformation processes using raw T-SQL

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions

Support data quality initiatives and troubleshoot data processing issues

Learn and utilize myDBR reporting tool for creating reports and visualizations

Assist in developing healthcare claims processing workflows and data validation

Participate in code reviews and maintain documentation for data processes

Monitor and optimize database performance for large healthcare datasets

Support ad-hoc data analysis requests from stakeholders

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

8-10 years of experience in data engineering or database development

Strong proficiency in SQL Server and T-SQL programming

Experience writing complex stored procedures, functions, and triggers

Solid understanding of database design principles and optimization techniques

Experience with data transformation and ETL processes using T-SQL

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with healthcare data, medical claims, or prescription claims processing

Knowledge of myDBR or similar reporting tools

Understanding of healthcare industry regulations and compliance requirements

Experience with performance tuning and query optimization

Background in data analysis or business intelligence

Familiarity with Azure SQL Database or cloud platforms

Knowledge of data visualization principlesWho is SmartLight Analytics

SmartLight Analytics was formed by a group of industry insiders who wanted to make a meaningful impact on the rising cost of healthcare. With this end in mind, SmartLight works for self-funded employers to reduce the wasteful spend in their healthcare plan through our proprietary data analysis. Our process works behind the scenes to save money without interrupting employee benefits or requiring employee behavior changes.