Lead Data Engineer- Architecture, AI, and Strategy

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Do you have a passion for architecting robust data ecosystems? Are you energized by advancements in artificial intelligence? Do you see opportunities to transform business strategy by integrating emerging technologies into critical operations? As a Lead Data Engineer at Humana, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing next-generation, compliance-focused solutions that drive innovation in data governance and protection.

Humana seeks a Lead Data Engineer with a strategic mindset and deep technical expertise to advance our enterprise data governance architecture and processes. This role emphasizes integrating artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and modern cloud-native platforms with state, federal, and enterprise policies. The successful candidate will lead initiatives that enable scalable, compliant, and future‑ready data solutions across the organization.

• Architect, design, and evolve scalable data platforms and frameworks to transform complex structured and unstructured data into business intelligence.
• Lead the integration of AI, ML, and advanced analytics into enterprise data governance processes, enhancing automation, insight generation, and predictive capabilities.
• Develop enterprise‑wide data strategies, partnering with senior leadership to align technology roadmaps with business goals and compliance mandates.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend capability enhancements to drive innovation, efficiency, and data protection.
• Guide cross‑functional teams and mentor engineers, fostering best practices in data engineering and architecture.
• Ensure data solutions meet rigorous standards for governance, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Exercise independent judgment on complex capability decisions and strategic initiatives.

• Demonstrated expertise architecting large‑scale data solutions using cloud‑native and big data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
• Proven experience integrating AI and machine learning models into enterprise data environments.
• Strong background in designing enterprise data strategies and advising senior leadership.
• Advanced knowledge of data governance, security frameworks, and regulatory compliance (state, federal, and enterprise).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; experience guiding technical teams and managing strategic projects.
• Mastery of modern software engineering and architectural best practices.
• 2-3 years preferred experience with ontology

You'll experience the following perks as a full‑time Humana employee:

Humana offers a variety of benefits to promote the best health and well‑being of our employees and their families. We design competitive and flexible packages to give our employees a sense of financial security—both today and in the future, including:

• Health benefits effective day 1
• Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time and jury duty pay
• Recognition pay
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Tuition assistance
• Scholarships for eligible dependents
• Parental and caregiver leave
• Employee charity matching program
• Network Resource Groups (NRGs)
• Career development opportunities

As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called Hire Vue to enhance our hiring and decision‑making ability. Hire Vue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.

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.

Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.

Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi‑weekly…