Role summary
Data Engineer I is responsible for designing and developing modern, data-centric applications that support clinical and operational workflows across the healthcare system. These solutions leverage cloud technologies, big data platforms, data science methodologies, and contemporary software development frameworks.
Key responsibilities include building scalable data pipelines, transformation and enrichment processes, provisioning layers, and intuitive user interfaces aligned with strategic initiatives. This role also involves mentoring junior Data Engineers and contributing to the research and adoption of emerging technologies to establish repeatable processes and templates.
Collaboration is a core value, with a strong emphasis on thorough source control and documentation. The ideal candidate approaches complex challenges with simplicity, utilizing modern tools and techniques to deliver efficient solutions.
This position works closely with Product, Platform, and Architecture teams to ensure alignment and successful delivery of joint initiatives.
In this role you will own the reliability, security, and cost-efficiency of Providence’s enterprise data platform. You will automate and monitor production pipelines, resolve incidents and partner with engineering and analytics teams to meet strict SLAs.
What you’ll own
• Automation and monitoring batch/streaming ELT/ETL pipelines across cloud services and Snowflake; keep data fresh and
accurate.
• Triaging failures, performing root-cause analyses and post-mortems, and continuously reducing MTTR.
• Orchestrating schedules and dependencies (e.g., Ctrl-M) and managing connectors (in Fivetran/HVR).
• Building operational automation with SQL, Python, and shell (Bash/PowerShell) on Linux.
• Implementing observability: logging, alerting, data-quality checks, audits, and runbooks.
• Optimizing Snowflake performance and spend (warehouses, caching).
• Enforcing access controls and secrets management, supporting compliance and audit needs.
• Partnering with product/analytics teams; documenting procedures and providing reliable on-call support (rotational).
Essential Skills
• Strong SQL, plus hands-on Python and shell scripting (Bash/PowerShell) on Linux.
• Experience with cloud computing and data warehousing on relational platforms.
• Solid understanding of OLAP/dimensional modeling and RDBMS fundamentals.
• Knowledge of semi/unstructured data (JSON/Parquet) and API integrations.
• Familiarity with open-source ELT/ETL tooling.
• Git-based workflows and CI/CD basics for data deployments.
• Experience building and managing data ingestion pipelines from multiple sources into cloud data platforms.
• Working knowledge of Snowflake, including database objects, warehouses, and basic query optimization.
Nice to have
• Snowflake administration experience (account management, RBAC, resource monitors, storage/warehouse configuration, network policies).
• Fivetran and/or HVR (Fivetran HVR) experience or equivalent CDC/replication tools.
• Snowflake operations expertise (performance tuning, Streams/Tasks, Snowpark), plus knowledge of Snowflake AI features.
• Streamlit for lightweight internal apps and operational dashboards.
• Experience with enterprise schedulers (e.g., Ctrl-M) and data-quality/observability platforms.
• Background in regulated environments (e.g., healthcare/HIPAA) and service management (e.g., ServiceNow).
We are accepting applications from candidates who reside within 65 miles of:
- Renton, Redmond, or Seattle, WA
- Portland, OR
- Napa or Irvine, CA
- Lubbock, TX
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s in CS/Engineering or equivalent experience; senior-level hands-on ownership of production data operations.
- 1 or more year of related experience in Snowflake, CTRL-M, and ADF.
- Master's degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Salary Range by Location:
California: All Northern California - Except Humboldt: Min: $52.79, Max: $81.94
California: All Southern California - Except Bakersfield: Min: $47.05, Max: $73.04
Oregon: Portland Service Area: Min: $45.14, Max: $70.07
Texas: Min: $34.43, Max: $53.44
Washington: Western: Min: $47.05, Max: $73.04
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
- At least 1 year of related experience with Snowflake, Ctrl-M, and Azure Data Factory
- Strong SQL skills and hands-on Python and Bash or PowerShell scripting on Linux
- Experience with cloud computing, relational data warehousing, OLAP, dimensional modeling, and RDBMS fundamentals
- Knowledge of JSON, Parquet, semi-structured data, unstructured data, and API integrations
- Familiarity with open-source ELT and ETL tooling
- Experience with Git-based workflows and CI/CD for data deployments
- Experience building and managing ingestion pipelines from multiple sources into cloud data platforms
- Working knowledge of Snowflake database objects, warehouses, and query optimization
- Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or equivalent education and experience
- Snowflake administration, Fivetran or HVR, Snowflake Streams and Tasks, Snowpark, Snowflake AI features, Streamlit, enterprise schedulers, data-quality platforms, regulated environments, or ServiceNow experience
Providence Health & Services Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Providence Health & Services and has not been reviewed or approved by Providence Health & Services.
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Healthcare Strength — Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision, with robust mental health support including up to 25 free therapy sessions and a well‑being platform. Additional resources like caregiver assistance and plan assistance can bolster access and overall health support depending on location and eligibility.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match and an additional discretionary contribution, plus a student‑debt retirement savings match, provide meaningful long‑term savings support. Planning tools and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility further strengthen the financial security package.
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Parental & Family Support — Back‑up child and elder care through Bright Horizons and paid parental leave offer practical support for caregiving needs. Relocation assistance and other family‑oriented resources complement the core benefits where available.
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