Business Analyst - Data Pipeline

Job Title: Business Analyst – Data Pipeline

Location: Remote – Mexico

Type: Full-Time Contract

About BigRio

BigRio is a remote-based, technology consulting firm with headquarters in Boston, MA. We deliver software solutions ranging from custom development and software implementation to data analytics and machine learning/AI integrations. As a one-stop shop, we attract clients from a variety of industries due to our proven ability to deliver cutting-edge, cost-effective software solutions.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Business Analyst to support our healthcare data projects, with a focus on ETL pipelines , clinical data integration , and EMR/EHR systems . The successful candidate will work closely with both technical and clinical stakeholders to facilitate the smooth flow of data from electronic health records into analytics platforms. This is a remote position based in Mexico , and supporting a US-based client in the healthcare and life sciences sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and translate business and clinical requirements into clear technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support the design and implementation of ETL pipelines for clinical data ingestion.
• Conduct data mapping, gap analysis, and validation across multiple EMR/EHR systems and target data platforms.
• Ensure compatibility with interoperability standards such as HL7, FHIR, and common clinical data models.
• Document workflows, specifications, and test cases to support development and QA processes.
• Engage with clinical and business stakeholders to understand and refine data requirements.
• Maintain awareness of compliance requirements, including HIPAA, 21 CFR Part 11, and other relevant standards.
• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in a healthcare or clinical data environment.
• Strong experience in ETL workflows , data pipeline design , and integration with EMR/EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner, Meditech).
• Familiarity with healthcare interoperability standards, including HL7, FHIR, and CDA.
• Proficient in SQL and capable of analyzing and validating large datasets.
• Strong documentation skills for technical specs, data mappings, and business requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with data governance, clinical terminology (ICD-10, SNOMED CT, LOINC).
• Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with project management and documentation tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
• Familiarity with the US healthcare system and associated data standards is a major plus .
• Prior experience working with clients in the US healthcare or life sciences domain.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills in English (verbal and written).
• Comfortable working in a remote, distributed team setting.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Equal Opportunity Statement

BigRio is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. BigRio makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

BigRio is a leading AI, Gen AI, Data and Analytics professional services company. We are focused on Healthcare, Pharma, Digital Health, Provider, and Payer Industry segments with several innovative solutions.

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