Director of Data

Director of Enterprise Data & ConversionLocation: Remote (with periodic travel to Los Angeles County offices)Compensation: 185k-196k + 20% BonusDepartment: TechnologyEmployment Type: Full-TimeTravel: Up to 20-25% as neededPosition SummaryThe client is seeking a high-caliber, execution-oriented leader to serve as Director of Enterprise Data & Conversion. This role will lead the most critical data workstream within the company's broader technology transformation.This is not a traditional reporting management role. It is a business-critical leadership position responsible for delivering three outcomes simultaneously:A successful and controlled Brightree conversionReporting continuity before, during, and after go-liveA clean, governed enterprise data foundation in SnowflakeThe organization's strategy requires Snowflake to function as both a conversion engine and the long-term enterprise reporting platform. This role will lead:Conformed entity designBusiness rule transformationGold-layer outputsConversion subsets and reconciliation controlsData governance to prevent recreation of legacy reporting issuesWhy This Role MattersThe success of the Brightree program depends on treating data as a governed enterprise capability"”not a secondary reporting function.Key risks identified in the current strategy include:Fragmented reporting logicUndefined KPI ownershipMisaligned accountability across teamsWeak governance across Silver, Gold, and reconciliation layersThis role directly addresses those risks.Key ResponsibilitiesEnterprise Data Architecture (Brightree Conversion)Lead the design and execution of data architecture to transform legacy and active source data into governed, conversion-ready structures.Responsibilities:Own source-to-target mapping standards (entity and field level)Define crosswalks, defaulting rules, and transformation logicBuild conversion-ready Gold outputs and load subsetsDetermine optimal conversion methods (Snowflake-led, SQL, file-based, API-based)Ensure all conversion logic is documented, version-controlled, testable, and repeatableConformed Data Modeling (Snowflake)Design and implement a future-state data model that supports both conversion and post-go-live operations.Responsibilities:Manage the Silver-layer backlog organized by entity (not ad hoc reporting requests)Define conformed entities across key domains (e.g., patient, referral, claims, payments)Ensure Gold-layer outputs are trusted, reusable, and business-readyEnforce separation between governed data logic and one-off reportingReporting Continuity & Data GovernanceStabilize and govern reporting during the Brightree transition.Responsibilities:Catalog reports, dashboards, extracts, and files across departmentsDrive keep / eliminate / rebuild decisions with stakeholdersEnsure rebuilt reporting is sourced from governed Gold-layer dataSupport reporting continuity across legacy and Brightree environmentsReconciliation & Data ControlsEstablish controls to validate data accuracy and build trust in reporting.Responsibilities:Define pre-load validation standardsPublish control totals, variance reports, and defect trackingEnsure traceability between Snowflake outputs and Brightree ingestionBuild reconciliation models for finance, operations, and executive stakeholdersCross-Functional LeadershipServe as the central leader across Technology, Finance, Operations, and external partners.Responsibilities:Partner with leadership on prioritization and issue escalationCollaborate on upstream data readiness and completenessAlign with Finance on KPI definitions and revenue logicWork with Operations to validate usability of outputsIntroduce structure, clarity, and accountability across the data workstreamSuccess Metrics (First 12 Months)First 90 DaysPublish an entity-first data and conversion architecture planEstablish reporting catalog and governance processesDefine mapping standards and reconciliation controlsOrganize Silver backlog into prioritized workstreamsImplement a structured operating cadenceBy 6 MonthsDefine core entities within the Silver layerDeliver trusted Gold outputs for priority reporting and mock conversionsDocument key financial and AR logic with clear lineageReduce report sprawl and replace fragmented logicBy Go-Live ReadinessDeliver validated conversion outputsDemonstrate reconciliation between Snowflake and BrightreeEnsure readiness of critical reportingEstablish a durable, governed data foundationRequired Qualifications5+ years of hands-on experience in database administration (MS SQL Server), including:High-availability environmentsPerformance tuning (indexing, execution plans)Complex T-SQL development and replication8+ years of experience in:Data engineeringData architectureAnalytics engineering or enterprise data transformation3+ years leading teams or enterprise data initiativesStrong Snowflake experience in production environmentsExperience with modern layered data architectures (Bronze / Silver / Gold)Experience supporting large-scale system migrations (ERP, EMR, etc.)Ability to translate ambiguous business requirements into structured technical solutionsProven ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiativesPreferred QualificationsExperience in healthcare, post-acute care, or regulated industriesFamiliarity with Brightree or similar systemsExperience with modern data tools (e.g., dbt, Airflow, Fivetran, Coalesce)Experience building governed data models for finance and operationsBackground in high-growth or transformation-driven environmentsLeadership CompetenciesThe ideal candidate will demonstrate:Structured thinking and operational disciplineStrong business-to-technical translation skillsOwnership mindset with low egoAbility to work cross-functionally across departmentsSkill in simplifying complex systemsCredibility with both technical teams and executivesCommitment to documentation and repeatable processesSound judgment balancing ideal architecture with practical executionThis is a permanent leadership role designed to strengthen the organization's data foundation and reduce reliance on fragmented reporting or external consultants.

Created: 2026-05-09