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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior talend developer in Seattle, WA is $70.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65.67 and $77.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior Talend developer?

Senior Talend Developers are experienced IT professionals who specialize in using Talend, a leading data integration and management platform, to design, develop, and maintain complex data solutions. They are responsible for building and optimizing data pipelines, integrating data from various sources, and ensuring data quality and consistency. In addition to technical expertise, they often mentor junior developers, participate in architectural decisions, and collaborate closely with business stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions that meet organizational needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior Talend developer?

To thrive as a Senior Talend Developer, you need strong expertise in data integration, ETL processes, and a solid background in computer science or related fields. Proficiency in Talend Data Integration Suite, SQL databases, and familiarity with big data platforms and cloud services are typically required, with Talend certifications being a significant asset. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help in translating business requirements into scalable data solutions. These skills ensure efficient data workflows, high-quality deliverables, and successful collaboration across technical and business teams.

What are some common challenges faced by senior Talend developers when integrating data from multiple sources?

Senior Talend Developers often encounter challenges such as handling inconsistent data formats, ensuring data quality across disparate systems, and optimizing job performance during large-scale data migrations. Collaboration with business analysts and database administrators is key to understanding source and target requirements and resolving conflicts. Additionally, staying updated with the latest Talend features and troubleshooting complex ETL processes are ongoing aspects of the role.

What is the difference between Senior Talend Developer vs Data Engineer?

AspectSenior Talend DeveloperData Engineer
Required CredentialsExperience with Talend, SQL, ETL toolsExperience with data pipelines, SQL, cloud platforms
Work EnvironmentData integration projects, ETL developmentBuilding data infrastructure, pipelines, and architecture
Employer & Industry UsageIT, finance, healthcare, retailTech companies, finance, e-commerce, analytics
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Senior Talend Developer and a Data Engineer lies in their focus areas. Senior Talend Developers specialize in designing and implementing ETL processes using Talend tools, while Data Engineers build and maintain the broader data infrastructure and pipelines. Both roles require strong SQL skills and experience with data integration, but Data Engineers often work with a wider range of tools and cloud platforms. Employers in various industries seek both roles for data management and analytics projects.

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Infographic showing various Senior Talend Developer job openings in Seattle, WA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, and 57% Contract. Highlights an 74% In-person, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $146,294 per year, or $70.3 per hour.

Senior Implementation Consultant - US Remote

Cotiviti, Inc.

Issaquah, WA • Remote

$100K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Cotiviti rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 224 rated it services


Job description

The Senior Implementation Consultant assists in the testing and implementation of Edifecs’ solutions purchased by that client. The Implementation Consultant will generally be involved in installing & configuring under the direction of the Technical Project Manager and/or Implementation/Solution Architect. This includes installation of products on client hardware; configuration and development of programs, tasks and guidelines, and setup to fully implement an Edifecs solution. Duties can range from delivery of product training to new client specific requirements, development and deployment. The role involves client coordination and communication as well as technical understanding of Edifecs’ solutions and the transactions that flow through this position. 


Responsibilities

  • Implement and configure Edifecs applications for payer systems on AWS, Azure cloud or virtual machines.
  • Implement and manage integrations between Edifecs’ products and solutions and Customer’s on-premise systems.
  • Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical configurations, workflows, and mapping documents.
  • Develop and test real-time and batch integrations using:
    • EDI (X12: 834, 837, 835, 270/271, 276/277, 278)
    • FHIR (CMS Interoperability APIs)
    • HL7 v2/v3
  • Implement service-based integrations via RESTful APIs, SOAP Web Services, ESBs, and iPaaS platforms.
  • Create mapping specifications and perform data validation, reconciliation, and error resolution.
  • Support ETL processes and legacy data migration to new payer systems.
  • Perform data profiling, cleansing, transformation, and loading activities.
  • Assist QA teams with creating technical test cases and validating system configurations and interfaces during SIT/UAT.
  • Partner with business analysts, SMEs, solution architects and delivery leads to ensure alignment of technical deliverables.
  • Develop appropriate training and development plans to meet the client's particular maintenance level and to configure the software according to the project plan.
  • Provide post-implementation support during the transition from implementation to maintenance.
  • Provide software and client specific training and develop training documentation based on present standards and client needs.
  • Participate in design workshops, integration sessions, and go-live readiness planning.
  • Provide technical guidance to junior implementation staff and contribute to solution documentation.


This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and requirements of the job change.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in computer science, Information Technology, Information Systems or other technology related degree or equivalent experience in implementing, and operating Java stack-based enterprise applications.
  • 5+ years of experience in technical healthcare system implementation, preferably with a payer or health plan.
  • 3+ years of experience with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) mapping and EDI analysis.
  • Deep understanding of X12 standards, FHIR and other standards-based interoperability / integration patterns in the Healthcare Industry.
  • Hands on experience in analyzing transactions and creating interfaces for transactions such as X12 837, 835, 834, proprietary formats and deep knowledge of coding standards such as LOINC, SNOMED, ICD 10.
  • Familiarity with data formats: JSON, XML, HL7v2 messages, X12, flat files (CSV, pipe-delimited, etc.).
  • Strong knowledge of Edifecs Applications.
  • Decent knowledge of healthcare EDI transactions (834, 837, 835, 270/271, 278).
  • Proficiency in data modeling (logical & physical) and relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle)
  • Experience implementing solutions on AWS, Azure using CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins, Terraform, CloudFormation).
  • Experience working in Agile or SAFe environments.
  • Working knowledge of java programming language and good understanding of SOAP and REST based webservices.
  • Prior experience troubleshooting performance problems that may have many underlying causes such as Disk, Database, Network, Messaging and other platform / 3rd party solutions.
  • Prior experience in troubleshooting problems in java based applications using opensource tools / JDK tools such as jstack, visualvm, jconsole, jmap and similar tools to identify memory issues, deadlocks, application performance.
  • Experience using integration engines or tools (e.g., Mirth Connect, InterSystems, AWS Glue, Talend) is a plus.
  • Expertise with healthcare data domains: member, claims, provider, enrollment, and clinical data.

Cognitive / Mental Requirements:

  • Ability to work independently as well as collaborate as a team with a sense of urgency.
  • Professional with the ability to properly handle confidential information.
  • Be value-driven, understand that success is based on the impact of your work rather than its complexity or the level of effort.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  • Flexibility to work with global teams as well as geographically dispersed US-based teams.
  • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area.
  • Must be able to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and office setup and maintenance.


Base compensation ranges from $100,000 to $145,000 per year. Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs.

Cotiviti offers team members a competitive benefits package to address a wide range of personal and family needs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage, 401(k) savings plans, paid family leave, 9 paid holidays per year, and 17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti. For information about our benefits package, please refer to our Careers page.

Cotiviti is an equal employment opportunity employer. Cotiviti recruits, hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications for a specific job. Selection of employees is made without regard to race, color, creed, sex, age, religion, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic carrier status, military service, veteran status, uniformed service member status, disability, or any other category of class protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions and personnel actions, such as hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are and will continue to be administered in accordance with, and to further the principle of, equal employment opportunity.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
Cotiviti will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)

Company Description

Cotiviti is a leading solutions and analytics company that leverages unparalleled clinical and financial datasets to deliver deep insight into the performance of the healthcare system. These insights uncover new opportunities for healthcare organizations to collaborate to improve their financial performance, reduce inefficiency, and improve healthcare quality.

We focus on improving the financial and quality performance of our clients. In healthcare, this means taking in billions of clinical and financial data points, analyzing them, and then helping our clients discover ways they can improve efficiency and quality. In addition, we support retail and life/legal industries with data management and recovery audit services.

Cotiviti applies deep data science and market expertise to help healthcare organizations in three critical areas:

• Payment Accuracy: analyzing data flowing between payers and providers to ensure that claims are paid appropriately
• Risk Adjustment: ensuring that health plans accurately capture and report how sick their members are so that plans are appropriately reimbursed for the healthcare services their members receive
• Quality and Performance: evaluating healthcare cost, quality, and utilization at individual, provider, and population levels to identify the best opportunities for financial and clinical performance improvement


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