Senior Manager, Data Engineering - Research, Oncology & AI Value Realization

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Senior Manager, Data Engineering - Research, Oncology & AI Value Realization

Job ID: 325676

Category: Information Services/Technology/Service Desk/Telecom

Work Type: FT

Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States

Work Schedule: 8hr Days

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Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life\'s work?

• Entity: Corporate Services
• Department: PennDNA Data Management and Ops
• Location: Remote based out of 3535 Market St. Philadelphia, PA
• Hours: 8hr Days

Summary:

This Senior Manager, Data Engineering will lead a team of Data Engineers and Data Architects responsible for delivering the foundational data products, platforms, and engineering capabilities that support Penn Medicine\'s strategic priorities across Research, Oncology, and AI-enabled transformation. The role will be accountable for establishing a scalable and trusted data ecosystem that enables advanced analytics, operational decision-making, clinical innovation, and scientific discovery.

Working closely with clinical, research, operational, informatics, and analytics leaders, this individual will oversee the design, development, and governance of enterprise data assets that support complex research initiatives, oncology programs, and the measurement of AI-driven interventions. This includes enabling access to high-quality, curated data; accelerating the development of analytics and AI solutions; and ensuring robust data management practices that support regulatory, operational, and business objectives.

A key responsibility of this role will be driving the data engineering strategy that supports AI Value Realization efforts, including the development of data products and measurement frameworks that quantify the impact of emerging technologies such as ambient listening, clinical documentation tools, and other AI-enabled workflow solutions. Success will be measured through the team\'s ability to deliver scalable data capabilities that advance research, improve clinical and operational outcomes, and demonstrate measurable value from strategic technology investments.

In addition to leading and developing a high-performing team, the successful candidate will serve as a player-coach, providing hands-on technical leadership and contributing directly to the design, architecture, and delivery of critical data engineering solutions. The role requires a leader who can effectively balance strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and people management with a willingness to roll up their sleeves and work alongside engineers and architects to solve complex technical challenges, establish best practices, and accelerate delivery of high-priority initiatives..

Responsibilities:

• Strategy Development and Execution: Contribute to the development of PennDnA's data engineering strategy, aligning team objectives with broader organizational goals. Lead and, as needed, assist with multiple complex projects, allocating resources, solving problems, and adjusting plans to achieve desired outcomes.
• Project Leadership: Guide planning and execution of data engineering projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Coordinate with cross-functional teams. Proactively identify and address risks and issues to mitigate project delays and ensure successful outcomes. Provide hands-on technical expertise where needed to drive to successful outcomes.
• Team Management: Manage a team of 6-8 data engineers. Provide direction and feedback. Monitor employee engagement and design interventions, as needed. Contribute to a positive team culture that promotes excellence.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with stakeholders across the organization to understand data requirements and priorities. Communicate with key stakeholders about project scope, team capacity, timelines, and potential risks.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with PennDnA colleagues and internal clients. Work to understand needs, refine requests, and make recommendations. Negotiate project parameters, when needed.
• Continuous Improvement: Look for opportunities to optimize data engineering processes and workflows. Implement best practices and standards to ensure the accuracy and reliability of enterprise data. Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in data engineering, incorporating relevant advancements into organizational practices.
• Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. (Required)
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, with a proven track record of leading a teams to execute large complex data engineering projects, and experience working with data from Electronic Health Records (EHRs) is required.
• 1+ years of experience with Epic EHRs is preferred.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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