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UnitedHealth Group

Senior Data Engineer

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

$108K - $146K/yr

... Azure Monitor, Datadog) * Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipeline integration, and Infrastructure as Code, such as Terraform or Ansible * Professional certifications in database ...

US Bank

Senior Data Engineer with Data Analytics

Hopkins, MN · On-site

$107K - $146K/yr

... Developer to help deliver modern, secure, scalable analytics and reporting solutions using Azure, SQL Server, Power BI, OLAP modeling, and enterprise database reporting practices in an Agile, AI ...

Programmers.io

MSSQL DBA

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$52.25 - $65.25/hr

Configure SQL Server on Azure (Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, SQL VM) * Set up and maintain development, testing, and production environments * Implement SQL Server clustering and Always On ...

TestingXperts Inc. DBA Damcosoft

.Net Developer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$50.25 - $66.50/hr

... Developer Location : Minnesota (Locals preferred) Tasks * Design, develop, and deploy complex .NET ... Design and build Azure app services, Function apps, database and ORM technology * Architect ...

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What is an Azure Database Developer?

Azure Database Developers are IT professionals who design, implement, and manage database solutions using Microsoft Azure cloud services. They work with various Azure database offerings such as Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, and Azure Database for MySQL or PostgreSQL. Their responsibilities include developing database schemas, writing and optimizing queries, ensuring data security, and supporting cloud-based application integration. They collaborate closely with application developers and database administrators to ensure efficient, scalable, and secure data solutions in the Azure environment.

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Azure Database Developers often work closely with cloud architects, DevOps engineers, and application developers during a migration project. They are responsible for designing, optimizing, and migrating databases to Azure platforms, ensuring data integrity and security throughout the process. Regular communication with other teams is essential to align database schemas with application requirements and to troubleshoot issues that arise during migration. Participating in cross-functional meetings and code reviews is common, fostering a collaborative environment to deliver efficient cloud solutions.

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To thrive as an Azure Database Developer, you need expertise in database design, SQL programming, and Azure cloud services, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, and certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate are highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are important soft skills for collaborating on complex projects. These skills ensure efficient database solutions, secure cloud deployments, and successful teamwork in dynamic, technology-driven environments.

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Infographic showing various Azure Database Developer job openings in Minneapolis, MN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, and 44% Contract. Highlights an 74% In-person, and 26% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $126,797 per year, or $61 per hour.

Senior Data Engineer

UnitedHealth Group

Eden Prairie, MN • On-site

$108K - $146K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

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Job description

Opportunities at Optum, in strategic partnership with Allina Health. As an Optum employee, you will provide support to the Allina Health account. 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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Optum Rx team is seeking a Sr Data Engineer to manage, optimize, and modernize critical enterprise database environments. In this role, you will play a critical role in the administration, operational ownership, and architectural evolution of enterprise Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL, MongoDB, and MongoDB Atlas platforms supporting mission-critical health care applications. You will leverage on-prem and cloud-native database services, continuous automation, and AI-driven database engineering solutions to enhance database performance, reliability, security, and operational efficiency.
You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Administer, maintain, and optimize enterprise SQL Server, Azure SQL, MongoDB environments supporting critical business applications
  • Ensure high availability, disaster recovery readiness, and optimal database performance
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database, infrastructure, and application-related issues using native SQL Server, Windows tools, Azure SQL, MongoDB, MongoDB Atlas
  • Provide expert support in administration and operational ownership of enterprise-scale MSSQL and MongoDB environments, ensuring high availability, security, scalability, and performance across mission-critical production workloads
  • Perform installation and upgrades, performance tuning, high availability and disaster recovery (Always-On Availability Groups, Replication etc.), monitoring, patching, TDE/TLS encryption, backup and recovery, security, automation (T-SQL/PowerShell), capacity planning, and troubleshoot mission-critical enterprise database environments
  • Demonstrate expertise in SQL Server performance tuning, including Query Store, Execution Plans, Extended Events, SQL Profiler, Missing Index Analysis, Dynamic Management Views (DMVs), Wait Statistics, Windows and SQL Server Error Logs, and Performance Monitor
  • Participate in administering Azure SQL database and Managed Instance, including end-to-end migration planning and execution
  • Design, deploy, and manage MongoDB Atlas Projects, Clusters, Private Endpoints, Backup policies, and Disaster Recovery configurations in cloud environments
  • Serve as key expert for MongoDB Atlas architecture, including replica sets, shading, multi-region deployments, Atlas Search, and cloud-native database services
  • Participate in architecture and design reviews, providing expert guidance on database solutions and performance optimization
  • Lead database-related projects and drive continuous improvement through automation and adoption of emerging technologies, including AI-driven solutions
  • Drive the adoption of AI-assisted database engineering solutions to improve operational efficiency, automate routine administrative tasks, accelerate root cause analysis, and optimize database performance and reliability
  • Provide on-call support on a rotational basis and be available during scheduled support windows

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:
  • Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
  • Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
  • Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
  • 7+ years of Microsoft SQL Server database administration experience in handling versions between Microsoft SQL Server 2012-2025 and Azure SQL database or Managed Instance in production environments
  • 2+ years of MongoDB or MongoDB Atlas administration experience in enterprise production environments
  • 2+ years of experience in programming using T-SQL and PowerShell for data transformation and infrastructure automation
  • Ability to participate in a rotational on-call support schedule

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP) and cloud data services
  • Experience with cloud-native monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., Grafana, Azure Monitor, Datadog)
  • Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipeline integration, and Infrastructure as Code, such as Terraform or Ansible
  • Professional certifications in database administration or cloud architecture, such as MongoDB Certified DBA or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
  • Hands-on experience with multi-region cloud deployments, Private Endpoints, Atlas Search, and cloud-native database services in Microsoft Azure
  • Demonstrated experience utilizing AI-assisted software and database engineering tools to optimize queries, script workflows, and improve operational productivity

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
For more information on our Internal Job Posting Policy, click here .
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 $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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