Opportunity Overview:
We are looking for a Data Engineer to build and optimize scalable data pipelines and analytical datasets on our AWS-based lakehouse platform.
- You will work with Apache Iceberg, AWS Glue, Athena, dbt, and Airflow to support reliable and efficient data processing for analytics and operational use cases.
- You will collaborate with senior engineers, analytics teams, and platform stakeholders to deliver production-grade data solutions.
What you’ll do:
- Develop and maintain batch data pipelines
- Build reusable ingestion and transformation workflows
- Build and maintain Apache Iceberg datasets
- Support schema evolution and partition optimization
- Optimize Athena queries and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks
- Implement data validation checks and monitoring
- Support production issue troubleshooting
Required Qualifications:
- 4–5 years of experience in data engineering
- Strong hands-on experience with Python, SQL, PySpark/Spark
- Experience with AWS S3, Glue, Athena
- Experience with DBT and Airflow (or equivalent)
- Familiarity with Apache Iceberg / Hudi / Delta
- Understanding of partitioning and Parquet optimization
Interview Process*:
- Connect with Talent Acquisition
- Technical Round 1
- Technical Round 2
- Final Round
*Subject to change
About Cohere Health:
Cohere Health’s clinical intelligence platform and agentic AI-powered solutions connect health plans’ strategic goals and providers’ needs, optimizing the speed, cost, and quality of care. With an enterprise approach that streamlines payer-provider decision-making across the care continuum–including policy, prior authorization, payment accuracy, and more–the company improves collaboration and reduces burden, resulting in up to 8x ROI and 94% provider satisfaction.
With the acquisition of ZignaAI, we expanded our AI-native platform with a comprehensive Payment Integrity Suite that spans data mining, clinical and coding validation, authorization and claims reconciliation, and end-to-end payment integrity services across pre- and post-pay workflows. By connecting clinical and payment insights, our transparent, AI-powered solutions help health plans proactively improve payment accuracy, reduce waste and vendor dependency, strengthen provider relationships, and build smarter, more efficient payment integrity programs.
Cohere Health’s innovations continue to receive industry-wide recognition. We’ve been recognized on TIME’s World Top HealthTech Companies 2025 list, the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, in the Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for U.S. Healthcare Payers (2022-2025), and ranked as a Top 5 LinkedIn™ Startup for 2023 & 2024.
We can’t wait to learn more about you and meet you at Cohere Health!
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Cohere Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. To us, it’s personal.
Skills Required
- 4-5 years of experience in data engineering
- Strong hands-on experience with Python, SQL, PySpark/Spark
- Experience with AWS S3, Glue, Athena
- Experience with DBT and Airflow (or equivalent)
- Familiarity with Apache Iceberg / Hudi / Delta
- Understanding of partitioning and Parquet optimization
What the Team is Saying
Cohere Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is presented at up to 184 hours (23 days) per year plus company holidays, and feedback suggests flexibility and PTO are appreciated. Clear policy details on PTO and holidays are highlighted across official materials.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is listed as up to 14 weeks paid in the U.S., with adoption and fertility benefits also referenced. Candidates are encouraged to confirm specifics given potential variations by role, timing, or location.
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Healthcare Strength — Coverage spans medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance alongside an EAP, with hosted plan summaries indicating concrete medical and disability offerings. Inclusive elements such as transgender health care benefits and pet insurance are also cited.
Cohere Health Insights
What We Do
Cohere Health’s clinical intelligence platform and agentic AI-powered solutions connect health plans’ strategic goals and providers’ needs, optimizing the speed, cost, and quality of care. With an enterprise approach that streamlines payer-provider decision-making across the care continuum–including policy, prior authorization, payment accuracy, and more–the company improves collaboration and reduces burden, resulting in up to 8x ROI and 94% provider satisfaction. With the acquisition of ZignaAI, we expanded our AI-native platform with a comprehensive Payment Integrity Suite that spans data mining, clinical and coding validation, authorization and claims reconciliation, and end-to-end payment integrity services across pre- and post-pay workflows. By connecting clinical and payment insights, our transparent, AI-powered solutions help health plans proactively improve payment accuracy, reduce waste and vendor dependency, strengthen provider relationships, and build smarter, more efficient payment integrity programs. Cohere Health’s innovations continue to receive industry-wide recognition. We’ve been recognized on TIME’s World Top HealthTech Companies 2025 list, the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, in the Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for U.S. Healthcare Payers (2022-2025), and ranked as a Top 5 LinkedIn™ Startup for 2023 & 2024.
Why Work With Us
Cohere Health brings together a community of healthcare and technology team members, passionate about changing the challenging parts of healthcare. If you enjoy solving challenging problems and learning about healthcare, then Cohere Health is a great career choice.
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Employees work remotely.
Cohere employees work from 45 different states throughout the US - Cohere hosts retreats at our headquarters in Boston. ZignaAI, a Cohere Health Company, employees based in Hyderabad, India, work in-office 5 days a week.
