Manager, Data Solutions

About the role

The Data Solutions Manager at Government Employees Health Association, Inc. (G.E.H.A) leads a team of Business Data Analysts and Data Engineers, driving data management, modernization, and sharing initiatives across on-premises and cloud environments. The role requires technical and people leadership to ensure high-quality data solutions meet evolving business needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of Business Data Analysts and Data Engineers; set direction, allocate resources, and cultivate a high-performance culture.
• Own team objectives, ensuring goals, processes, and delivery expectations are met consistently.
• Oversee data curation, data pipelines, data extraction, and data sharing activities to ensure reliable, scalable, and timely delivery of data.
• Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and workflows for the Data Solutions team.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture and Data Architecture to guide solution design and implementation, including new data platforms, storage environments, and modernization initiatives.
• Partner with the Data Warehouse team to support knowledge transfer and serve as a subject matter expert in warehouse-related decisions.
• Work closely with Data Governance team to ensure adherence to data policies, standards, and stewardship practices.
• Influence internal leaders on processes, timelines, and guidelines; ensure alignment with enterprise priorities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across departments, Data & Analytics, and Technology teams to understand strategic needs and deliver trusted data.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in technical or computer-related discipline from an accredited institution.
• 6+ years of managerial experience, leading technical or analytical teams.
• 8+ years of experience in Data Management, including data analysis, data development, data sharing and governance.
• 4–5 years of hands-on technical experience with SQL, ETL, and ELT development, Pipeline orchestration in SQL Server, Snowflake stack, Azure Data Factory, Azure blob storage.
• Demonstrated understanding of Data Modeling, Data Warehouse and Analytics best practices.
• Experience with SQL, Snowflake, and Azure technologies for data analysis and development.
• Strong client and stakeholder management skills, including prioritization, negotiation and compromise.
• Proven ability to manage demanding delivery timelines and competing priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills to manage schedules, inquiries, deadlines, and team coordination.
• Experience creating automated data sharing frameworks.
• Experience working with sensitive data (PII, PHI, confidential data) adhering to privacy and compliance policies.
• Ability to lead teams in innovation and modern data management practices.
• Ability to mentor and develop remote team members.
• Strong ability to influence peers and leaders and build consensus in ambiguous environments.
• Deep experience with Agile methodologies, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, and code promotion through a structured change management process.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in technical or computer-related discipline from an accredited institution.

Preferred Experience

• 4+ years of experience in healthcare or a similarly regulated industry.
• Experience with cloud-based data sharing and modern data exchange patterns.

Benefits

• Competitive pay/salary ranges
• Incentive plan
• Health/Vision/Dental benefits effective day one
• 401(k) retirement plan company match – dollar for dollar up to 4% employee contribution (pretax or Roth options) plus a 6% annual company contribution
• Robust employee well-being program
• Paid Time Off
• Personal Community Enrichment Time
• Company-provided Basic Life and AD&D
• Company-provided Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance Program

Work-at-home Requirements

• Must have the ability to provide a non-cellular High Speed Internet Service such as Fiber, DSL, or cable Modems for a home office.
• A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 30x5 (30mpbs download x 5mpbs upload) is required.
• Lateness (ping) response time lower than 80 ms
• Hotspots, satellite and wireless internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
• A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information

Equal Opportunity Employer

G.E.H.A is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, military status, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as all other characteristics and qualities protected by federal, state, or local law. G.E.H.A will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.