Senior Data Analyst - Remote

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a Senior Data Analyst, you will be part of a healthcare data product team responsible for designing, developing, and supporting enterprise-scale data solutions that drive operational and strategic decision-making. This role combines data analytics, application development, and data engineering disciplines to deliver innovative solutions that improve business processes, automate workflows, and provide actionable insights.

You will work closely with business stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams to build scalable solutions using SQL, Python, Databricks, Power Apps, and modern cloud technologies. This position requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate complex business requirements into impactful data products.

Primary Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and support data solutions using SQL, Python, Databricks, and Power Apps

Build and maintain data pipelines, data models, and business applications

Develop Power Apps solutions and integrations that improve business processes

Analyze complex healthcare and operational data to support business decisions

Create and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and transformation processes

Develop dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI and related tools

Implement data quality, validation, and monitoring processes

Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions

Drive automation and process improvement initiatives

Present analytical findings and recommendations to leadership and business partners

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

Experience in Data Analytics, Data Engineering, or Analytics Development

Experience with Python and Databricks

Experience developing Power Apps solutions

Experience building ETL/ELT processes and data pipelines

Experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools

Solid understanding of data warehousing, data modelling, and data quality practices

Advanced SQL development skills

Proven solid communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Healthcare, PBM, or pharmacy industry experience

Experience with RxClaim and pharmacy claims processing

Experience supporting pharmacy pricing, network operations, or regulatory data solutions

Knowledge of RxClaim configuration, including Plan Codes, Pricing, Pharmacy Networks

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.