Vida Health is hiring a
Data Engineer

Summary

Join Vida, a virtual health clinic that provides expert, personalized, on-demand health coaching and programs, as a Data Engineer with a strong foundation in Django/Python, DevOps, and a passion for the health-tech industry. This role involves collaborating with the data science team to manage and process data from various sources, constructing and maintaining robust data pipelines using Apache Airflow, and ensuring system integrity with Python and Django skills.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Data Engineering, preferably within the healthcare sector
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Expertise in Python and extensive experience with Django for backend development
• Strong experience with workflow management tools like Apache Airflow
• Proven experience in cloud platform management and deployment, with a strong focus on DevOps practices
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with data scientists and backend programmers
• Excellent problem-solving skills and proactive work approach
• Outstanding communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Engage in close collaboration with our data science team for effective data collection, processing, and management from various sources
• Construct and maintain robust data pipelines, focusing heavily on automation and optimization with tools like Apache Airflow
• Utilize Django and Python skills for backend development, ensuring efficient data processing and system integrity
• Facilitate seamless integration of data workflows and architectures, with a special emphasis on efficient data handling and pipeline automation
• Work alongside backend programmers to ensure cohesive and efficient system development and maintenance
• Regularly update and apply the latest data engineering and DevOps methodologies to enhance system performance

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in healthcare or nutrition domains, especially with healthcare programs or digital health platforms
• Familiarity with GraphQL, dbt, and other data management tools

Benefits

$140,000 - $160,000 a year (Subject to regional and individual evaluation)