Job Title: Sr. Data Platform Engineer

Company Name: Real Time Medical Systems

Job Details: RemoteFull,Time

Job Url: https://hiring.cafe/viewjob/n2zoqdfc6ly0gnt6

Job Description: Posted 1d agoSr. Data Platform Engineer@ Real Time Medical SystemsView All JobsWebsiteColumbia, Maryland, United StatesRemoteFull TimeResponsibilities:Design pipelines, Migrate databases, Optimize costsRequirements Summary:5+ years data/softw are engineering; expert in Python, PySpark, SQL; AWS data services; Terraform; PostgreSQL migration; C#; strong communication and collaboration.Technical Tools Mentioned:Python, PySpark, SQL, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, AWS, S3, Glue, Lambda, EMR, Redshift, DMS, Terraform, Terragrunt, C#, Tableau, PowerBI, Tableau
Sr. Data Platform EngineerJob purpose summaryReal Time’s suite of Interventional Analytics solutions enables post-acute facilities to seamlessly collaborate with their partner hospitals, health systems, ACOs, and managed care plans to improve care, reduce costs, and achieve a level of interoperability. Real Time is seeking a Senior Data Platform Engineer with deep hands-on experience across AWS, Terraform, Python, PySpark, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and C#. This role will focus on designing and optimizing cloud-native data solutions, driving performance and cost efficiency, and enabling large-scale migrations from legacy SQL Server systems to modern PostgreSQL-based architectures.The ideal candidate thrives in independent, dynamic environments, is comfortable shifting between multiple projects, and can balance long-term architecture with short-term deliverables.Duties and responsibilitiesDesign, build, and optimize data pipelines (batch and streaming) using PySpark, Python, and SQLLead and support SQL Server → PostgreSQL migration efforts, including schema translation, performance tuning, and data validationImplement and maintain Terraform infrastructure for AWS services (S3, Glue, Lambda, EMR, Redshift, DMS, etc.)Conduct performance and cost optimization reviews of AWS workloads, recommending and implementing improvementsDevelop frameworks for data quality, monitoring, and reconciliationCollaborate with business stakeholders and other engineers to translate requirements into scalable solutionsApply software engineering best practices (version control, CI/CD, testing, code reviews) to data engineering workflowsContribute to standards, best practices, and technical mentorship across the teamParticipate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide production support, ensuring reliability of data platforms with minimal disruption to business operationsAdditional Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain regular and punctual attendance. Any other assigned tasksComply with all company policies and procedures.Qualifications5+ years of professional experience in data engineering or software engineering rolesAdvanced skills with Python and PySpark for large-scale data processingStrong SQL development experience, including query tuning and ETL/ELT designHands-on experience with AWS data services (S3, Glue, EMR, Lambda, DDB, DMS, CloudWatch, IAM, VPC)Experience with Terraform/Terragrunt (or equivalent IaC) for AWS infrastructure automationFamiliarity with SQL Server and PostgreSQL, including database optimization and migration patternsWorking knowledge of C# for application/data integrationsStrong grasp of data modeling, architecture, and governance best practicesExcellent problem-solving skills, ability to self-manage, and comfort working in environments with changing prioritiesBachelor’s degree requiredExcellent verbal, written and presentation skills. Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.AWS certification (Solutions Architect, Data Analytics, or DevOps) a plusData visualization experience with Tableau, PowerBI, MicroStrategy, etc. also a plusExperience working in the healthcare industry a plusYou must love what you do! You will be working with other talented and passionate individuals who enjoy working and solving problems together!Additional QualificationsIndependent contributor who can also collaborate effectively in a remote environmentStrong communication skills, both technical and business-orientedComfortable balancing multiple priorities without losing qualityReliability and responsiveness when participating in the on-call rotation, with a proactive and calm approach to production issuesPositive, solution-oriented mindset - able to tackle tasks with optimism Working conditionsPosition requires minimal amount of travel.Remote/Work from anywhere work environment within the United States.Physical requirementsRemaining in a stationary position, often sitting for prolonged periods.Direct reportsNoneWhy you'll love it here:You’ll be part of a team that helps save lives every day, and improves the lives of 100,000s of people!Competitive base salaryOngoing training and coaching for career developmentComprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with significant company contributionDisability insurance401(k) retirement savings program