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.
Position Summary:
Seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Data Analyst to support the audit and analysis of data within our Identity Platform. The ideal candidate will be responsible for gathering, processing, and interpreting audit data to ensure the platform's compliance, security, and operational efficiency. This role demands strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of data governance, and the ability to communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Data Collection and Cleaning: Data Analysts are responsible for gathering data from multiple sources, ensuring its accuracy and completeness. This involves cleaning and preprocessing data to remove inaccuracies, duplicates, and irrelevant information. Proficiency in data manipulation tools such as SQL, Excel, and Python is essential for efficiently handling large data sets.
- Analysis and Interpretation: One of the primary tasks of a Data Analyst is to analyse data to uncover trends, patterns, and correlations. They use statistical techniques and software such as R, SAS, and Tableau to conduct detailed analyses. The ability to interpret results and communicate findings clearly is crucial for guiding business decisions.
- Reporting and Visualization: Data Analysts create comprehensive reports and visualizations to present data insights to stakeholders. These visualizations, often created using tools like Power BI and Tableau, make complex data more understandable and actionable. Analysts must be skilled in designing charts, graphs, and dashboards that effectively convey key information.
- Collaboration and Communication: Effective collaboration with other departments, such as marketing, finance, and IT, is vital for understanding data needs and ensuring that analysis aligns with organizational goals. Data Analysts must communicate their findings clearly and concisely, often translating technical data into understandable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
- Predictive Modelling and Forecasting: Advanced Data Analysts also engage in predictive modelling and forecasting, using machine learning algorithms and statistical methods to predict future trends and outcomes. This requires a solid understanding of data science principles and familiarity with tools like TensorFlow and Scikit-learn.
- B.Tech or master's degree or equivalent degree.
- Overall experience of 6+ years .
- 5+ years of experience in Data Analyst role in Data Warehouse.
- 3+ years of experience with a focus on building models for analytics and insights in AWS Quick Suite/Sight & AWS Redshift .
- Proficiency in Analytical Tools : Strong knowledge of SQL , Excel, Logging tools i.e . Splunk & Kibana and other data manipulation and statistical analysis tools.
- Experience with Data Visualization : Ability to create effective visualizations using tools like AWS Quick Suite/Sight.
Preferred Qualifications: - BI tools like Power BI.
- Scripting language experience like Python, R, etc.
- Experience working in large-scale, cloud-based identity platforms.
- Certification in data analytics, audit, or cybersecurity (e.g., CISA, CISSP, DA-100).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.
- B.Tech or master's degree or equivalent degree.
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.
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Skills Required
- B.Tech or Master's degree or equivalent
- Overall experience of 6+ years
- 5+ years experience in Data Analyst role in Data Warehouse
- 3+ years building models for analytics and insights in AWS QuickSight and AWS Redshift
- Strong knowledge of SQL
- Proficiency in Excel
- Proficiency with logging tools (Splunk and Kibana)
- Experience creating data visualizations using AWS QuickSight
- Proficiency in Python
- Experience with R
- Experience with SAS
- Experience with Tableau
- Experience working in large-scale, cloud-based identity platforms
- Certifications in data analytics, audit, or cybersecurity (e.g., CISA, CISSP, DA-100)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers copay and HSA medical options with dental, vision, company‑paid life and disability, and free or low‑cost virtual visits. Feedback suggests the offering is comprehensive and competitive on paper.
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Parental & Family Support — Time off and family supports include PTO, eight paid holidays plus a floating day, six weeks paid parental leave, up to two weeks paid caregiver leave, Bright Horizons back‑up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000. Feedback suggests these resources are meaningful for caregivers and family needs.
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Retirement Support — Savings programs include a 401(k) with employer match (after one year, vesting after two) and a 10%‑discount Employee Stock Purchase Plan. These programs bolster long‑term financial security when combined with other savings resources.
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What We Do
Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, 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. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Optum has three workplace models that balance the needs of the business and the responsibilities of each role. These models, core on‑site (5 days/week), hybrid (4 days/week) and telecommute or fully remote, vary by country, role and location.