Description
Data Engineer - AI Integration
Imaging Associates LLC
Locations : Anchorage, Eagle River, and Palmer, Alaska
Department : Business Intelligence
Reports to : Director of Business Intelligence
Position Type : Full Time, Exempt
Schedule : 40+ hours per week, Monday through Friday. Hybrid schedule may be available with manager approval.
About Imaging Associates
Imaging Associates is a physician owned diagnostic imaging organization serving communities across Southcentral Alaska. We are committed to innovation, quality patient care, and using data driven solutions to improve clinical and operational outcomes. As we expand our use of AI and advanced analytics, we are seeking a skilled Data Engineer to support and scale these initiatives.
Position Summary
The Data Engineer - AI Integration plays a key role in Imaging Associates' AI rollout and data driven strategy. This position focuses on designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and AI integrations that support automation, analytics, and reporting across the organization. The role is hands on and highly collaborative, working closely with the Director of Business Intelligence, Director of IT, clinical and operational leaders, and third party AI vendors in a regulated healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and integrations, including connections with Tableau for analytics and visualization
- Partner with third party AI vendors to integrate AI models and automation tools into existing systems
- Implement, maintain, and optimize AI driven platforms to ensure performance, security, and reliability
- Collaborate with IT, Business Intelligence, and operational leaders to translate business needs into technical solutions
- Develop and maintain Tableau dashboards, reports, and metrics to support data driven decision making
- Monitor data quality, system health, and performance, proactively identifying and resolving issues
- Ensure compliance with healthcare data standards, including HIPAA and PHI requirements
- Create technical documentation for data architecture, integrations, and maintenance processes
- Present technical insights, trends, and performance metrics to senior leadership
- Support vendor coordination, delivery timelines, and escalation of technical risks
- Stay current with emerging data engineering and AI technologies and recommend continuous improvements
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong experience building and maintaining data pipelines using Python, SQL, and ETL frameworks such as Apache Airflow or TalendExperience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google CloudAdvanced Tableau skills including dashboard development, data modeling, and source integrationsExperience integrating AI or machine learning tools into production environmentsAbility to collaborate across technical and non technical teams and translate business requirements into technical solutionsStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem solving skillsFamiliarity with healthcare data workflows and compliance requirementsExperience with version control tools such as Git and CI / CD practicesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environmentQualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experienceThree or more years of experience in data engineering, AI integration, or platform developmentExperience with AI or machine learning deployment and Tableau integrationsHealthcare or regulated industry experience strongly preferredRelevant certifications such as AWS Certified Data Engineer, Google Professional Data Engineer, or Tableau Certified Data Analyst are a plusPhysical and Work Environment Requirements
Primarily office based with prolonged periods of sitting and computer useOccasional lifting of up to 25 poundsMay be exposed to imaging equipment noise or cold weather during facility visitsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functionsWhy Join Imaging Associates
Opportunity to work on impactful AI and data initiatives in healthcareCollaborative, mission driven organizationCompetitive compensation and benefitsAbility to influence and scale innovative technology solutions across multiple locationsImaging Associates is an equal opportunity employer. This posting is not intended to be a contract and may be modified as business needs evolve.