Data Analyst - IL

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

STARS Data Operations Team - Program Orchestration - Data Analyst will work with STARs HEIDIS measure Owners as a Data Analyst in M&R Workflow Programming Team utilizing advanced analytics. Must have solid programming skills to develop, implement, and maintain Medicare Part C/CAHPS/HOS/C&S Workflows, reporting of programs as required by STARS program orchestration team. This role is about data transformation, automation, and process optimization using Alteryx Designer or other data preparation tools.

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:

• Support the development, implementation, and quality monitoring of Medicare & Retirement - CAHPS/HOS Survey programs
• Design, build, and maintain Alteryx workflows to enable business reporting and analytics
• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather data requirements and translate them into efficient workflow solutions
• Develop strategies, processes, and technology solutions aligned with business needs and industry best practices
• Perform data cleansing, blending, and transformation using Alteryx
• Create and translate complex SQL queries to support ad-hoc business requests
• Identify data solutions for complex campaigns using tools such as SQL Server, Snowflake, Alteryx, flat files, and data warehouses
• Act as the primary liaison with technology partners for data requests, issue escalation, and resolution
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing workflows
• Document workflow logic and maintain version control

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:

• 3+ years of experience with campaign management platforms (e.g., Adobe AEP/AJO, Unica, Alteryx, SAS, Alterian, Eloqua)
• 3+ years of experience with SQL and relational database systems
• 3+ years of experience in data quality review processes (e.g., peer review, QA, UAT)
• 2+ years of experience in workflow automation and optimization
• Proven ability to design, develop, deploy, and maintain technical workflows
• Proven solid problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proven strategic thinker with a creative approach to problem-solving

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or understanding of Medicare & Retirement and/or Community & State lines of business
• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools
• Basic understanding of data analytics and ETL concepts
• Familiarity with Alteryx Designer or similar data tools (certification is a plus)
• Exposure to advanced SQL, Excel, Power BI, or Tableau
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Batch, Shell, JavaScript)
• Proficiency in Snowflake or SQL/Oracle databases
• Proven excellent communication and organizational skills

*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 $71,200 to $127,200 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.