Location: Allina Commons

Location Address

2925 Chicago Ave

Loading Dock

Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321

Date Posted

October 30, 2026

Department

16008719 ERA Information Architecture

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week

40 Union Contract

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation

Occasional

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
8-hour day shift
Occasional weekend rotation

Strong Databricks experience is highly preferred, including

Databricks experience, including notebooks

Experience with Azure Dev Ops

GIT integration and best practices
Pipeline development and support
Familiarity with data ingestion and integration concepts and best practices
Strong operational mindset to consider sustainability and scalability against enhancements

Job Description

Develops and deploys data assets using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, and Unity Catalog, including configuring workflows and jobs. Translates legacy SQL logic into optimized Spark SQL and Python code, build Analytics Mart notebooks, and ensures functional equivalency across platforms. Validates outputs with business stakeholders, integrating data with reporting tools like Power BI, and optimizing performance for scalable analytics.

Maintains Epic Cogito infrastructure. Maintains clear documentation for data models and transformation logic, supports data governance, and migrates legacy applications to modern platforms like Dataverse. Leads performance optimization through code audits, real-time data processing enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensures robust data governance, security, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Principle Responsibilities

Data Architecture & Engineering

Leads data warehouse migration efforts for specific sources, source marts, and SAMS.
Architects and refactors legacy data pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Python, and Spark SQL.
Develops reusable code assets for Data Engineers and Analytics Engineers.
Defines environment infrastructure for integration of on-prem and internet computing systems.
Determines data platform architecture, technology, and tools.
Improves architecture by evaluating emerging technologies such as high availability web applications.

Data Modeling & Transformation

Generates object definition notebooks and deploy to Databricks Unity Catalog for assigned data marts.

Translates business logic, calculations, and metric definitions from legacy SQL-based marts into optimized Python and Spark SQL assets.

Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement

Conducts code audits to ensure optimal processing and best practices.
Enhances system efficiency for real-time data access and processing.
Troubleshoots and resolves data storage issues.
Tracks and evaluates emerging technologies for business applicability.
Contributes to strategic plans and reviews for operational improvements.
Stays updated through education, publications, and professional organizations.

Data Governance, Security & Compliance

Implements frameworks to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Ensures security of all information systems and digital data.
Ensures adherence to government regulations and guidelines.
Establishes standards for data quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance.
Maintains databases by determining structural requirements and installing solutions.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or related field
5+ years experience in data engineering or related role
5+ years experience in SQL and Python

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in computer science, engineering or related field
3+ years experience with Azure Cloud Platform
3+ years experience with Epic Cogito

Physical Demands

Sedentary

Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $54.31 to $75.14 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Data Engineer Senior