Azure Databricks Architect Healthcare Payer

VeeRteq Solutions Inc.

Irving, TX(remote)

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SKILLS

Access Control, Agile Programming Methodologies, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Architectural Services, Automation, Best Practices, Business Processes, Business Transformation, Claims Processing, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Science, Consulting, Content Management Systems (CMS), Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cost Control, Cryptography, Customer Escalations, Customer Satisfaction, Data Analysis, Data Lake, Data Migration, Data Modeling, Data Processing, Data Profiling, Data Quality, Data Storage, Data Warehousing, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), DevOps, Ecosystems, Git, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS), IBM DB2, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Management Strategy, Mentoring, Metadata, Metrics, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Windows Azure, Migration Strategy, NCR Teradata, Oracle Database, Pharmacy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Tracking, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Metrics, Reconciliation, Regulatory Reports, Regulatory Requirements, Requirements Management, Resource Management, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, SQL (Structured Query Language), SQL Databases, Sales Management, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Strategic Planning, System Migration, Systems Engineering, TOGAF - The Open Group Architecture Framework, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Utilization Management

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Irving, TX(remote)

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4 days ago

Job Title: Techno-Functional Azure Databricks Architect Healthcare Payer

Location: Princeton, NJ (Remote)

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Techno-Functional Azure Databricks Architect with deep expertise in the Healthcare Payer domain and a proven track record of leading large-scale Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW) to Azure Databricks migration programs.

The ideal candidate will possess strong architecture, data engineering, stakeholder management, and delivery leadership skills, capable of driving digital transformation initiatives from strategy through execution.

This role requires a blend of technical architecture expertise, domain knowledge in healthcare payer operations, and program leadership capabilities including client engagement, work allocation, team mentoring, and governance management.

Key Responsibilities Architecture & Solution Design

Define end-to-end cloud data architecture and migration strategy for enterprise data modernization initiatives.
Lead migration of legacy EDW platforms (Teradata, Netezza, Oracle, SQL Server, Hadoop, etc.) to Azure Databricks Lakehouse architecture.
Design scalable, secure, and cost-optimized data platforms leveraging Azure services.
Establish architectural standards, reusable frameworks, and best practices for data ingestion, transformation, and data consumption.

Healthcare Payer Domain Leadership

Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand payer processes and data requirements.
Translate healthcare business requirements into technical solutions supporting:
- Claims Processing
- Membership & Enrollment
- Provider Management
- Benefits Administration
- Care Management
- Utilization Management
- Risk Adjustment
- HEDIS/Quality Reporting
- Regulatory Reporting
- Data Migration & Modernization
- Lead legacy EDW assessment and migration planning activities.
- Define migration patterns, data validation frameworks, reconciliation strategies, and cutover plans.
- Oversee data profiling, data quality assessments, and remediation activities.
- Design and implement ETL/ELT solutions using Azure-native technologies.
- Ensure successful migration with minimal business disruption.

Client & Stakeholder Management

Act as primary technology advisor for client stakeholders and executive leadership.
Lead architecture discussions, workshops, and solution review sessions.
Present solution roadmaps, risk assessments, and migration strategies to business and IT leadership.
Manage client escalations, dependencies, and expectations throughout project lifecycle.

Team Leadership & Delivery Governance

Allocate work across architects, engineers, analysts, and migration teams.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to delivery teams.
Conduct solution reviews, code reviews, and architecture governance meetings.
Monitor project scope, risks, dependencies, and delivery milestones.
Ensure adherence to SDLC, Agile, and enterprise governance standards.

Data Governance & Security

Establish data governance frameworks and metadata management strategies.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, PHI, PII, CMS, and healthcare regulatory requirements.
Implement data security, encryption, data masking, and access control mechanisms.

Required Technical Skills Azure Ecosystem

Azure Databricks
Azure Data Factory (ADF)
Azure Synapse Analytics
Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 (ADLS)
Azure SQL Database
Azure Functions
Azure Key Vault
Azure Monitor
Microsoft Fabric (preferred)

Data Engineering

Apache Spark
PySpark
Delta Lake
SQL
Python
ETL/ELT Design
Data Modeling (Dimensional & Data Vault)
Data Quality Frameworks

Enterprise Data Warehouse Experience

Experience with one or more:

Teradata
IBM DB2
Hadoop Ecosystem
DevOps & Automation
Azure DevOps
CI/CD Pipelines
Git
Infrastructure as Code
Deployment Automation
Healthcare Payer Expertise
Strong experience working with:
Member Data
Claims Data
Provider Data
Eligibility & Enrollment
Benefits Configuration
Encounter Data

Healthcare Payer Expertise

Strong experience working with:

Member Data
Claims Data
Provider Data
Eligibility & Enrollment
Benefits Configuration
Encounter Data
Risk Adjustment Data
HEDIS Measures
Pharmacy Data
Value-Based Care Programs
CMS Reporting Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
12+ years of IT experience with at least:
- 5+ years in Azure Data & Analytics architecture.
- 5+ years in Healthcare Payer domain.
- 3+ large-scale cloud migration programs.
Proven experience leading EDW to Azure Databricks migration initiatives.
Strong stakeholder communication and executive presentation skills.
Experience leading onsite-offshore delivery models.

Preferred Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional
Databricks Certified Solution Architect
TOGAF Certification
PMP / SAFe Agilist

Key Competencies Functional

Healthcare Payer Business Processes
Requirements Analysis
Solution Consulting
Stakeholder Management
Business Process Transformation

Technical

Cloud Architecture
Data Platform Modernization
Data Migration Strategy
Azure Databricks Lakehouse
Data Governance

Leadership

Client Engagement
Team Management
Work Allocation & Resource Planning
Delivery Governance
Executive Communication
Risk and Issue Management
Success Metrics
Successful migration of EDW assets to Azure Databricks.
Improved data platform scalability and performance.
Reduced operational costs through cloud modernization.
High client satisfaction and stakeholder engagement.
Strong adherence to delivery timelines and quality standards.
Effective governance and team productivity.

VeeRteq Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Azure Databricks Architect Healthcare Payer

VeeRteq Solutions Inc.

Irving, TX(remote)

About the Company

VeeRteq Solutions Inc.

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