Manager, Data Engineering

Humana

Manager, Data Engineering leading operational excellence for data platform supporting healthcare services. Ensuring platform reliability and team development with a hands-on approach in a regulated environment.

Posted 5/31/2026full-timeLouisville • Kentucky, Tennessee, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $129,300 - $177,800 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudSDLCServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee all aspects of data platform operations, including: SDLC adherence, Change management, Financial governance, Vendor coordination, Cloud cost optimization, Technology lifecycle activities
Collaborate with Engineering, Product, Security, Compliance, and Business teams to ensure technology solutions are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with organizational goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in data engineering, software engineering, or enterprise data platform environments
2+ years of experience leading or managing technical teams, including direct or matrixed reports
Hands-on experience operating and supporting cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Azure, or similar technologies)
Strong knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), DevOps practices, and operational readiness disciplines
Experience managing application lifecycle activities, including deployments, documentation, technical debt, and production support
Demonstrated experience managing change control processes using enterprise tools (e.g., ServiceNow or similar systems)
Experience with financial accountability, including budgeting, forecasting, and cloud cost management
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and operational demands in a fast-paced environment
Experience working in cross-functional environments, partnering with business and technology stakeholders to align priorities and delivery
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills with ability to influence across organizational levels
Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence, improve system stability, and implement quality improvement practices (e.g., shift-left defect identification)
Experience supporting compliance, security, and risk management practices (e.g., vulnerability management, cyber hygiene, or similar disciplines)

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental and vision benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave)
short-term and long-term disability
life insurance and many other opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

data engineeringsoftware engineeringcloud-based data platformsSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)DevOps practicesapplication lifecycle managementchange control processesfinancial accountabilitycloud cost managementoperational excellence

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementinfluenceprioritizationproject managementcollaborationoperational demands managementcross-functional teamworkquality improvement

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer scienceBachelor’s degree in Information TechnologyBachelor’s degree in Engineering