Summary Parkview Health Services and Research Informatics (HSIR) team at Parkview Health is seeking a Research Data Engineer to support its growing research enterprise. This role is critical to transforming raw health related data into actionable insights through scalable pipelines, robust APIs, and well-documented data models. This role requires a significant set of technical skills, including a deep knowledge of SQL database design, Python, and/or R. The ideal candidate has strong experience in database design, software development, and data engineering best practices. Additionally, this individual will actively contribute to a collaborative and professional work environment, sharing knowledge and providing support to team members to drive innovation and excellence in healthcare. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on research and innovation at Parkview. Key Responsibilities + Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines and integrate APIs to support increasing data volume and complexity. + Integrate structured and unstructured healthcare data from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy and consistency. + Optimize database performance and develop efficient data storage strategies for large-scale datasets. + Perform data validation, cleaning, and transformation to ensure high-quality analytics. + Collaborate with the Business Intelligence team to improve data models for HSIR projects and support data-driven decision-making. + Create documentation for all processes to support continuity and redundancy. + Present analytical outcomes in a manner appropriate for both technical and non-technical audiences. + Partner with research staff to execute projects efficiently and effectively. + Contribute to scientific writing, including manuscripts and formal reports. Education & Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Information Science, Mathematics, or a related field required. + Master’s degree preferred. Experience + 3+ years of SQL experience. + 3+ years of Knowledge of database management systems (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Snowflake, etc.). + 3+ years’ experience with scripting languages like Python or R. + 3+ years of software development experience. + Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines for data deployment. + Experience working with EHR data, clinical trial datasets, or population health data is preferred. + Experience developing mobile app is a plus. Other Skills & Qualifications + Proficiency in object-oriented programming and software architecture. + Strong communication skills to manage and convey data warehouse plans to internal stakeholders. + Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. + Commitment to maintaining a positive and professional workplace atmosphere. Licenses and Certifications: + Epic certifications in Cogito, Clinical Data Model and other subject area preferred.