Data Automation Manager - Remote

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The Data Automation Manager plays a mission-critical role in enabling scalable, compliant, and data-driven care for members in Colorado. This role is essential for building and maintaining the data infrastructure that powers RMHP's clinical workflows, population health analytics, and outreach strategies. You will lead the development of backend data ecosystems, automate reporting pipelines, and ensure data integrity across high-volume clinical datasets. Success in this role requires a blend of technical expertise, complex problem-solving, and health plan knowledge.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Data Automation & Workflow Engineering
  • Architect and code automated analytics and clinical workflows tailored to Colorado Medicaid requirements and care team operations
  • Build and maintain SQL and Snowflake-based infrastructure supporting care coordination and outreach
  • Design and implement automation using SSRS, SSIS, SQL, Snowflake, and Tableau to reduce manual workload and improve scalability
• Population Health Data Management
  • Maintain and optimize population health business objects with over 100M records
  • Ensure data integrity, performance, and compliance across large-scale datasets
  • Collaborate with clinical and outreach teams to align data models with care coordination goals
• Reporting & Visualization
  • Develop interactive dashboards and reports using Tableau, SSRS, and other BI tools
  • Translate complex data into actionable insights for clinical, operational, and executive stakeholders
  • Define business and reporting requirements that support strategic and compliance objectives
• Data Architecture & Integration
  • Design and maintain dimensional data models and data dictionaries
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure efficient ETL pipelines using SQL, Snowflake, and related platforms
  • Apply best practices in indexing, normalization, and schema optimization
• Project Leadership & Strategic Impact
  • Lead end-to-end data automation projects aligned with RMHP's care coordination strategy
  • Apply multi-dimensional thinking to solve complex data challenges across clinical, operational, and outreach domains
  • Serve as product owner for internal analytics tools, prioritizing enhancements based on user feedback and business impact
  • Document technical specifications, workflows, and system interfaces to support long-term sustainability

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in data analytics, automation, or business intelligence roles
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, with hands-on experience in Tableau, Snowflake, and SSIS/SSRS
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable data solutions in healthcare environments
• Solid understanding of ETL processes and data pipeline architecture
• Demonstrated ability to approach problems from multiple angles-technical, operational, and strategic - to develop holistic solutions
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor team members on automation tools and best practices
• Proven solid analytical and multi-dimensional problem-solving skills, especially in high-volume, compliance-driven environments
• Proven excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Colorado Medicaid or care coordination programs
• Experience with Python for data automation or analytics
• Background in population health analytics or clinical data workflows
• Familiarity with omni-channel outreach strategies and analytics

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $89,900 to $160,600 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.