Sr Analyst, Data Engineering - Cardinal Health India Opportunity

About Cardinal Health

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) stands as a global integrated healthcare services and products powerhouse. Connecting patients, providers, payers, pharmacists, and manufacturers, Cardinal Health drives integrated care coordination and superior patient management. With nearly 100 years of experience, over 50,000 employees across nearly 60 countries, and a ranking among the top 20 Fortune 500 companies, Cardinal Health represents stability, innovation, and impact in healthcare.

In India, Cardinal Health continues its mission by leveraging cutting-edge data engineering to optimize healthcare supply chains and analytics. As a Sr Analyst, Data Engineering, you'll contribute to enterprise-scale solutions that power better healthcare outcomes worldwide.

Role Overview

The Sr Analyst, Data Engineering role in IND07, India, focuses on designing, building, and operationalizing large-scale enterprise data solutions. Utilizing Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services like BigQuery, Cloud PubSub, Cloud Functions, and Airflow, you'll create robust data pipelines that handle massive datasets in healthcare environments. This position demands expertise in Python, SQL, and cloud-native technologies to ensure seamless data ingestion, transformation, and consumption.

Ideal for data engineers passionate about healthcare innovation, this role offers exposure to hybrid big data architectures and optimization strategies for performance and cost-efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Data Pipeline Development

Design and implement data transformation, ingestion, and curation functions on GCP using native services or custom programming. Build production-ready data pipelines from ingestion to consumption within hybrid big data architectures, leveraging Python for scalability.

Performance Optimization

Optimize data pipelines for peak performance and cost-effectiveness in large-scale data lakes. Ensure solutions handle healthcare's high-volume, real-time data demands efficiently.

Cloud-Native Implementation

Utilize GCP tools including DataFlow and Airflow for ingestion, BigQuery for analytics, and CI/CD pipelines like Jenkins or Concourse for agile deployments.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience

A Bachelor's degree is preferred, or equivalent professional experience. Candidates need 2+ years in Data Analytics and Integration, 2+ years with Python, and 2+ years writing complex SQL queries and stored procedures. At least 1+ year of hands-on GCP experience in Data Engineering and Cloud Analytics is essential.

Technical Skills

Hands-on with Data Ingestion technologies like GCP DataFlow and Airflow. Proficiency in designing and optimizing data models on BigQuery. Agile development experience and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Concourse, Jenkins) are required. Google Cloud Platform certification is a valuable plus.

Cardinal Health encourages applications from back-to-work candidates, people with disabilities, those without college degrees, and Veterans.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health fosters an inclusive workplace celebrating diversity of thought, experience, and background. Employees are empowered to be their authentic selves, driving innovative healthcare solutions. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we ensure fair consideration regardless of race, religion, disability, gender, veteran status, or other protected categories.

• Competitive salary with growth potential in India's healthcare sector
• Global exposure in a Fortune 500 environment
• Professional development through cutting-edge cloud technologies
• Supportive culture promoting work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package tailored for Indian employees

Career Growth

At Cardinal Health, data engineering careers accelerate rapidly. Starting as Sr Analyst, you'll advance to lead complex GCP projects, mentor teams, and influence healthcare data strategies globally. With India's booming tech-healthcare intersection, this role positions you for senior engineering, architecture, or leadership paths. Ongoing training in GCP certifications and agile methodologies ensures continuous skill enhancement.

Why Join Us

Join a company where your data engineering expertise directly improves patient care worldwide. Cardinal Health's scale offers unparalleled resources, while its inclusive culture ensures you thrive. In IND07, India, contribute to healthcare transformation amid rapid digital growth. Be part of a legacy of innovation backed by nearly a century of trust.

Role FAQs

What GCP experience is required?

1+ years hands-on with GCP Data Engineering tools like BigQuery, DataFlow, and Airflow.

Is Python mandatory?

Yes, 2+ years of Python experience for building data pipelines.

What about education requirements?

Bachelor's preferred, but equivalent experience qualifies. Diverse backgrounds encouraged.

Is remote work possible?

This is an onsite role in IND07, India.

How does Cardinal Health support diversity?

We celebrate differences, ensuring an inclusive environment for all qualified applicants.

Apply today to shape the future of healthcare data at Cardinal Health. All qualified candidates receive consideration without discrimination.