Humana Inc. is a leading U.S. healthcare company seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join their cloud cost optimization team. The role involves developing and maintaining data pipelines and analytics solutions while collaborating with senior engineers to optimize cloud costs and resource utilization.
Develop and maintain data pipelines and notebooks using Azure Databricks under senior guidance
Assist in monitoring cloud spend and resource utilization using Unravel and Azure tools, identify cost anomalies, investigate usage spikes, and collaborate with senior team members to implement cost optimization solutions and provide visibility to leadership
Monitor Databricks jobs and clusters, escalating performance or cost issues as needed
Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and cloud architects on data and cost optimization initiatives
Troubleshoot data pipeline failures and performance issues
Follow data governance, security, and coding best practices
Document solutions, processes, and lessons learned
Continuously learn and apply new programming skills and technologies to meet evolving project needs
Handle assignments with increasing complexity and scope
Develop an understanding of systems, technology, and organizational structure within the company
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field
0 to 2 years of relevant experience
Experience with Python and SQL
Hands-on experience, coursework, internship, or certification in a major cloud platform (Azure preferred; AWS or GCP also considered)
Basic understanding or hands-on exposure to Apache Spark/Azure Databricks
Understanding of basic software development practices (e.g., version control, code reviews)
Strong willingness to learn cloud data engineering and cost optimization concepts
Highly motivated, self-starting team player with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to evolving cloud, data, and AI-driven platforms
Experience in the healthcare industry is a plus
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
Eager to adapt to new challenges and technologies
Openness to feedback, coaching, and collaboration with peers and senior team members
Preferred
Exposure to PySpark, Delta Lake, or MLflow
Familiarity with Power BI or other BI/reporting tools
Understanding of cloud cost concepts (auto-scaling, resource usage)
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
Coursework or project experience with streaming technologies (e.g., Event Hubs, Kafka)
Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900), or other cloud certifications are a plus
Benefits
Supportive environment that encourages growth and learning.
Opportunities to work on high-impact projects that support healthcare process.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
Competitive, performance-based incentives.
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
Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Humana is a health insurance provider for individuals, families, and businesses.
