AVP Data Engineering & Warehouse

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Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Associate Vice President (AVP), Data Strategy and Warehousing will serve as the executive leader responsible for shaping and executing the enterprise-wide data vision. This role will oversee the strategic direction, architecture, governance and compliance of the organization's data ecosystem, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric foundation. The role will lead a talented team of data engineering professionals to deliver scalable, robust, extensible, and impactful data solutions. The role requires strong team leadership, hands-on technical skills, interpersonal skills working with peers and business partners, and long-term planning.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Creates robust operational procedures to ensure high-quality ETL, data quality, data modeling, data architecture and data integration
• Encourages process innovation, adoption of new technologies, and creative development of methodologies
• Develops reliable data assets used to deliver critical information to clinicians, patients, students, faculty, employees, and other stakeholders
• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the iSCORE values of Jefferson.

• Define and lead the enterprise data strategy in alignment with institutional goals and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the architecture, implementation, and optimization of data platforms usingMicrosoft AzureandMicrosoft Fabric.
• Provide executive oversight of the organization'sdata estate, ensuring scalability, security, and interoperability across clinical, research, and administrative domains.
• Ensure compliance withNIST 800-171,HIPAA,FISMA, and other federal and industry data protection standards.
• Establish and lead enterprise data governance frameworks, including data stewardship, metadata management, and data quality programs.
• Lead cross-functional teams of data engineers, architects, analysts, and governance professionals.
• Foster a culture of data literacy, innovation, and accountability across the organization.
• Represent the institution in external collaborations with government agencies, research partners, and regulatory bodies.

EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

BS or MS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Management, Information Systems, or related fields. Preferred:

• Certifications in Azure architecture, data governance, or cybersecurity.
• Experience in academic medical centers, healthcare systems, or federally funded research institutions.
• Familiarity with clinical and research data standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR, CDISC).

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

10+ years experience in data engineering and data management experience.

5+ years of technical leadership experience, preferably in data engineering or related fields.

Deep expertise inMicrosoft Azuredata services andMicrosoft Fabric.

Proven experience managing large-scaledata estatesin complex, regulated environments.

Demonstrated leadership in implementing and maintaining compliance withNIST 800-171,HIPAA, and other federal data standards.

Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Exceptional strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

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Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

At Jefferson, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support the health and well-being of our colleagues and their families. It includes a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, health and retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, paid time off, educational benefits, financial and mental health resources and much more. Our diverse benefits offerings ensure you have the coverage and access to services you need to thrive both personally and professionally.