Lead Cloud & Data Platform Engineer

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The Lead Cloud and Data Solutions Engineer Supports development and execution of cloud implementation strategy within organization's existing IT infrastructure. The Lead Cloud and Data Solutions Engineer works on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial.We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Cloud & Data Platform Engineer to join our Home Health Data Engineering team. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about building cloud data ecosystems from the ground up—including platform setup, infrastructure automation, orchestration frameworks, CI/CD, and scalable data pipelines.
You will serve as the technical owner of our Azure‑ and Snowflake‑based data platform, responsible for designing, provisioning, automating, and optimizing the full data ecosystem. This includes everything from infrastructure‑as‑code and DevOps pipelines to data orchestration, monitoring, and cloud‑native services.
This role is perfect for a cloud engineer who also brings strong data engineering expertise and wants to shape a modern, automated, cloud‑native data platform.
What You Will Be Doing

Own the cloud data platform end‑to‑end, including environment provisioning, networking, security, automation, and operational readiness.

Design and implement cloud‑native data pipelines and platform components that are scalable, observable, and cost‑efficient.

Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for data workflows, infrastructure, and application deployments using Azure DevOps.

Implement infrastructure‑as‑code (Terraform/Bicep) to automate Snowflake, Azure services, networking, and security configurations.

Set up and manage orchestration & monitoring frameworks, including Prefect, ADF, or similar tools.

Develop API‑driven integrations using MuleSoft to connect cloud and on‑prem systems securely.

Lead the modernization to Snowflake/Databricks, including re‑architecting pipelines, data models, and operational workflows.

Establish platform observability, including logging, alerting, data quality checks, and operational dashboards.

Troubleshoot complex cloud and data platform issues, ensuring reliability and uptime.

Collaborate with architects and business partners to design cloud‑ready, production‑grade solutions.

Mentor engineers on cloud engineering, DevOps, and data engineering best practices.

Evaluate and introduce new cloud capabilities, tools, and automation patterns to improve platform maturity.

What You Bring

Strong experience as a Cloud Engineer or Cloud Platform Engineer with hands‑on Azure expertise (Functions, ADF, Storage, Key Vault, Networking, DevOps).

Deep experience with Snowflake, including performance tuning, RBAC, automation, and cost optimization.

Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and modern ETL/ELT frameworks.

Experience implementing infrastructure‑as‑code (Terraform, Bicep) for cloud and data platforms.

Experience setting up orchestration frameworks (Prefect, ADF, Airflow, Dagster).

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Git‑based workflows.

Experience with API‑driven integrations (MuleSoft preferred).

Strong understanding of cloud architecture, distributed systems, and platform engineering.

Ability to lead technical initiatives independently and drive platform‑level decisions.

Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to operate in ambiguous, fast‑moving environments.

Healthcare data experience is a plus.

Technologies You Will Work With

Snowflake

Azure (ADF, Functions, Storage, DevOps, Networking, Key Vault)

Python

Prefect (or similar orchestration tools)

MuleSoft

Terraform / Bicep

CI/CD tooling

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Skills

Worked on Azure cloud Platform

Python coding

Snowflake or Databricks ( essentially expert in writing SQL queries )

Working experience on any CI/CD tool ( understanding of how Git check in works and how CI/CD setup works )

Experience working on any ETL or orchestration tool

Preferred skills

Worked on more than one Cloud platform like AWS or GCP

Experience in Terraform or Bicep

Experience in Prefect

Mulesoft

Additional Information
Work-At-Home Requirements

WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.

A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.

Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.

A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.$129,300 - $177,800 per yearThis job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual…