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The Vice President of Data Analytics Architecture, Development, and Platforms is a strategic leader responsible for the overall design, development, and management of the organization’s data architecture, platforms, and development processes to enable robust enterprise-wide analytics and insights. This role ensures that the data strategy aligns with the business objectives and drives innovation and efficiency through effective data management practices. The job requires working closely with Data Analytics leadership, business stakeholders, and external partners to ensure alignment and successful execution of data initiatives, and a demonstrated ability to communicate the value and impact of data architecture and development efforts to senior management and key stakeholders.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education:

Required – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Preferred – Master’s degree.

Work Experience:

Required – 8 years of experience in data architecture, data management, and data platform development at a leadership level.

Preferred – Healthcare industry experience; certification(s) in relevant technologies or methodologies inclusive of those that demonstrate expertise in Health Insurance Claims and/or Electronic Medical Records.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Strong strategic vision combined with experience developing and executing business strategy.

Proven track record of leading large-scale data architecture and development projects.

Expertise in modern data technologies, including cloud platforms, large data framework, and data warehousing solutions.

Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality, and data integration best practices.

Knowledge of healthcare data and analytics drivers and ability to operate efficiently and in an agile manner.

Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.

Experience managing and mentoring technical teams.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Job Duties:

Develop and implement a comprehensive data analytics architecture strategy that supports the organization’s goals.

Lead the design and execution of data management frameworks, including data governance, data quality, and data integration.

Collaborate with senior leadership to align data initiatives with business priorities and objectives.

Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization’s data and cloud architecture, including on-prem and cloud native systems, and end-to-end data and analytic solutions to deliver innovative solutions that drive business outcomes.

Ensure data models are optimized for both transactional and analytical systems.

Drive the adoption of best practices in data architecture, including the use of cloud-based solutions, big data technologies, and advanced analytics.

Manage and optimize data platforms, ensuring they meet the needs of the business and comply with industry standards.

Oversee the evaluation, selection, and implementation of data platform technologies.

Ensure robust data security and privacy measures are in place across all data platforms.

Lead a team of data engineers, architects, and developers to deliver high-quality data solutions.

Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and excellence in data engineering practices.

Ensure development processes are efficient, standardized, and adhere to best practices.

Serve as a subject matter expert on emerging technologies regarding data storage, data management, data analytics, cloud infrastructure, and AI.

Establish metrics and KPIs to monitor the performance and effectiveness of data architecture and development initiatives.

Provide regular updates to senior leadership on the status of data projects and the overall health of the data ecosystem.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory

agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct,

including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or

conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists

up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists

from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves.

sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if.

walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment,

incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

The incumbent has no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to

hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage,

preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of

exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

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Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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