American Institutes for Research

Advancing Evidence. Improving Lives.

Principal Systems Programmer

Software EngineerSoftware EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000Since 1946H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

85 days ago

Salary

$150.3K - $200.3K / year

Postgraduate Degree11 yrs expEnglishPython

Job Description

• Serve as the principal architect for designing data systems to support AIR’s health research projects, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and reproducibility. • Lead cross-functional teams in the development of innovative data solutions, using tools such as Databricks, R, Python, Stata, SAS, and Git. • Provide strategic oversight of data management and analytics pipelines, including governance, automation, and quality assurance. • Design and implement advanced statistical programming methodologies for complex longitudinal, hierarchical, and multi-source datasets. • Act as a senior advisor to project directors, statisticians, and clients on data strategy, analytic design, and technical feasibility. • Spearhead the development of enterprise-wide programming standards, reusable assets, and documentation practices. • Mentor and coach senior programmers and analysts, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning. • Lead technical contributions to proposals, including conceptualizing analytic frameworks, developing budgets, and writing compelling technical narratives. • Represent AIR in high-level client engagements, conferences, and professional forums. • Monitor emerging technologies and trends in data science and health analytics, recommending strategic investments and innovations.

Job Requirements

  • Master’s degree or higher in Statistics, Data Science, Public Health, Epidemiology, Economics, or a related quantitative discipline or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum of 11 years of progressive experience in programming health data, with demonstrated impact in health research or evaluation.
  • Demonstrated experience using Medicare and Medicaid enrollment and claims/encounter data within CMS environments (e.g. IDR, CCW, VRDC).
  • Demonstrated experience designing complex data systems drawing from multiple data sources.
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale, multi-disciplinary data projects and teams.
  • Deep experience with secure computing environments, data privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA), and governance frameworks.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development

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