Sr. Director, Data Science & Analytics

Position Summary:

The Sr. Director, Data Science & Analytics is responsible for defining and leading CAQH’s enterprise data science and advanced analytics strategy. This leadership role will focus on developing predictive models, machine learning solutions, and scalable analytics platforms to enable data-informed decisions across the organization. The Senior Director will build and lead a high-performing team that transforms provider and member data into actionable intelligence, supports business innovation, and drives measurable outcomes.

This individual will partner closely with senior leadership, product, operations, growth, data engineering and data governance teams to operationalize insights, optimize business performance, and expand CAQH’s capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and decision science.

This is a full-time, exempt, remote position reporting to the Senior Vice President, Data and Analytics.

Base Salary Range: $225,000 to $250,000 annually.

Specific Responsibilities:

Enterprise Data Science Strategy:

• Define and execute a roadmap for enterprise data science that aligns with CAQH’s mission, data strategy, and product portfolio.
• Identify key opportunities for predictive modeling, machine learning, and optimization to support provider and member data initiatives.
• Lead the development of scalable models, algorithms, and decision-support tools to improve operations, data quality, and customer engagement.
• Establish best practices for model development, validation, monitoring, and continuous improvement. 

Analytics Platform & Capability Development:

• Guide the implementation of a robust, cloud-native analytics environment that enables rapid experimentation and insight generation.
• Drive the development of reusable data products, features, and frameworks that scale across use cases.
• Champion MLOps, automation, and reproducibility for production-grade model deployment and monitoring.

Data Insights, BI & Performance Measurement:

• Lead the development of analytics dashboards, KPIs, and visualizations that empower business units to make data-informed decisions.
• Partner with stakeholders to translate complex analytical outputs into business value, actionable insights, and measurable outcomes.
• Standardize and govern enterprise-wide analytics metrics and methodologies to ensure consistency and reliability. 

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Data Engineering, Architecture, and Governance teams to ensure data science solutions are interoperable, secure, and aligned with CAQH’s enterprise data ecosystem.
• Collaborate with product, operations, and growth teams to embed analytics into workflows and external-facing solutions.
• Partner with external vendors, research institutions, and data providers to expand modeling capabilities and data assets

Leadership & Team Development:

• Recruit, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists, ML engineers, and analysts.
• Foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and continuous learning through coaching, technical leadership, and performance management.
• Build team capacity and maturity across advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and AI/ML disciplines.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Direct supervision of data science and advanced analytics teams 
• Matrix collaboration with data governance, engineering, and product and operations teams.

Skills:

• Proven ability to lead enterprise data science strategy and deliver actionable insights that drive business impact.
• Strong expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, optimization, and data mining techniques.
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, Spark, and data science frameworks (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, XGBoost).
• Experience deploying models in cloud environments (Azure preferred) using MLOps tools and practices.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex models and methods to non-technical audiences.
• Deep understanding of BI, KPI frameworks, and performance measurement.
• Familiarity with data governance and compliance frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, HITRUST, GDPR).
• Knowledge of healthcare data and standards (e.g., FHIR, HL7, X12) is a strong plus.

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or applied statistics, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing analytics or data science teams.
• Proven track record in deploying machine learning models in production environments with measurable business outcomes.
• Experience working with large, complex datasets, preferably in healthcare, health tech, or life sciences.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field required.
• Master’s or PhD in a quantitative discipline preferred.
• Certifications in machine learning, data science, or cloud platforms (e.g., Azure) are a plus

WHO WE ARE

The Council for Affordable Quality Healthcare (CAQH) was formed by health plans who came together nearly 25 years ago with the desire to make healthcare work better. Today, we are trusted by stakeholders from across the healthcare ecosystem to improve business processes and offer the most comprehensive provider and member data in the United States.

WHAT YOU GET

CAQH recognizes that its most important asset is its growing team of smart, creative, collaborative, forward-thinking and passionate professionals – and that a comprehensive employee benefits package is an important factor for them in choosing where to work. CAQH offers competitive compensation along with an extensive benefits package for all full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, tuition assistance and a 401k. We offer full-time remote work to all staff from any location and maintain a physical office in downtown Washington, DC.

At CAQH, we are proud of our active commitment to equal opportunities for all. Our teams work diligently to foster a workplace where all individuals are valued, respected, and empowered. We embrace different perspectives and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone to thrive. Join us in our mission to transform healthcare through innovative technology solutions while making a positive impact on the lives of diverse communities.

CAQH is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals, as well as administer any and all personnel actions, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, source of income, place of residence, or any other characteristic protected by law. CAQH will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination, and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.

Applicants have rights under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). If you are interested in applying for employment with CAQH and need an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact CAQH Human Resources at 202-517-0436.

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