Senior Director of Technology, Data & Interoperability
Hearst Communications, Inc., Dallas, TX, United States
Senior Director of Technology, Data & Interoperability
Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Director of Technology to lead our Interoperability and Data organization during a pivotal modernization phase.
This leader will shape the future of our healthcare data and API platforms—advancing FHIR‑based interoperability, modernizing our enterprise data architecture, and transitioning core systems from on‑premise infrastructure to cloud‑native environments.
Over the next 12–24 months, key priorities include:
Evolving our API strategy to a FHIR‑driven, platform‑centric model
Modernizing our data warehouse using Snowflake and Databricks (bronze/silver/gold architecture)
Strengthening and scaling our SQL Server ecosystem
Enabling near real‑time data access and analytics
Driving AI agent enablement through MCP tooling
Advancing healthcare interoperability standards across next‑generation software systems
This is a senior organizational leadership role responsible for long‑term technology direction, operational excellence, and leadership development across multiple teams. The Senior Director partners closely with Product and Executive Leadership to ensure our data platforms scale securely, reliably, and strategically.
Key Responsibilities
Define and execute the long‑term strategy for interoperability and enterprise data platforms
Lead and develop multiple engineering leaders and teams
Establish enterprise database and data architecture standards
Modernize and optimize SQL Server environments for performance, scalability, and high availability
Oversee implementation of Snowflake and Databricks lakehouse models
Enable near real‑time analytics and scalable data processing
Advance FHIR‑based API strategy and healthcare interoperability capabilities
Partner with executive stakeholders on investment decisions and roadmap sequencing
Drive operational rigor, compliance, security, and system reliability
Sponsor innovation, including AI‑enabled development workflows
Required Qualifications
12+ years of progressive technology experience, including 5+ years in senior engineering leadership roles
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field or equivalent experience
Proven experience architecting and modernizing enterprise data platforms and API ecosystems
Experience of leading managers and multiple engineering teams (manager‑of‑managers experience required)
Deep expertise in relational database systems and enterprise data architecture
Background in Microsoft SQL Server, including performance tuning, indexing strategies, query optimization, high availability, and large‑scale data environments
Extensive experience with SQL and advanced data modeling principles
Experience modernizing enterprise data warehouses and migrating to cloud‑based platforms
Experience supporting near real‑time or high‑volume data processing systems
Familiarity with healthcare interoperability standards, particularly FHIR, HL7, etc.
Experience with C#/.NET and RESTful API environments
Familiarity with Kafka, containerized hosting, and modern DevOps ecosystems
Experience operating in regulated or compliance‑driven environments preferred
Strong executive communication and organizational leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in healthcare technology or regulated industries
Familiarity with HITRUST, HIPAA, and healthcare compliance environments
Experience leading large‑scale platform transformations
Experience implementing spec‑driven or AI‑assisted development models
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
About Us Founded in 1999, Homecare Homebase, a subsidiary of Hearst Corporation is a market leader in healthcare software development providing mobile cloud‑based solutions for clinical, operational, and financial improvement of home‑based care throughout the United States. Our software enables real‑time solutions for wireless information exchange and communication between the office and clinicians in the field.
Our success is fueled by our talented teams that are driven by their passion to make a difference in patient care. Our employees work in a culture that is guided by our CARES values: Care, Act, Respect, Excel, and Smile (a positive attitude). If you want to work in a role where your skills have a direct influence on empowering patient care, Homecare Homebase is the next step in your career.
What You Can Expect from Us At Homecare Homebase, we don't just help our clients succeed; we help our employees succeed. Competitive pay, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities are a few of the many reasons that Homecare Homebase is a great place to build your career.
Our Team Members Also Enjoy
Meaningful work . Our employees often tell us that their work gives them a sense of purpose because it makes a difference in the lives of clinicians and home‑based care staff, as well as the patients they serve.
Leaders who care . President Luke Rutledge has continued the mission to create a culture that cares – one that appreciates and looks after its people. As a result, being an employee of HCHB feels like being a member of the family.
Flexibility . We value work‑life balance because we know that happy employees create happy clients. That's why Homecare Homebase offers both full and part‑time career opportunities to fit life's unique demands.
A company that gives back . Every year, Homecare Homebase proudly supports numerous charitable fundraising initiatives that align with our mission of empowering exceptional care and helping others in need.
Sound like a good fit? We’d love to hear from you.
This position does not provide sponsorship. All applicants should have the right to work in the US without immigration sponsorship.
Job Info
Job Identification 2026235
Job Category Technology
Posting Date 03/04/2026, 04:18 AM
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 4849 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75206, US 4801 Olympia Park Plaza, Louisville, KY, 40241, US (Hybrid)
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This leader will shape the future of our healthcare data and API platforms—advancing FHIR‑based interoperability, modernizing our enterprise data architecture, and transitioning core systems from on‑premise infrastructure to cloud‑native environments.
Over the next 12–24 months, key priorities include:
Evolving our API strategy to a FHIR‑driven, platform‑centric model
Modernizing our data warehouse using Snowflake and Databricks (bronze/silver/gold architecture)
Strengthening and scaling our SQL Server ecosystem
Enabling near real‑time data access and analytics
Driving AI agent enablement through MCP tooling
Advancing healthcare interoperability standards across next‑generation software systems
This is a senior organizational leadership role responsible for long‑term technology direction, operational excellence, and leadership development across multiple teams. The Senior Director partners closely with Product and Executive Leadership to ensure our data platforms scale securely, reliably, and strategically.
Key Responsibilities
Define and execute the long‑term strategy for interoperability and enterprise data platforms
Lead and develop multiple engineering leaders and teams
Establish enterprise database and data architecture standards
Modernize and optimize SQL Server environments for performance, scalability, and high availability
Oversee implementation of Snowflake and Databricks lakehouse models
Enable near real‑time analytics and scalable data processing
Advance FHIR‑based API strategy and healthcare interoperability capabilities
Partner with executive stakeholders on investment decisions and roadmap sequencing
Drive operational rigor, compliance, security, and system reliability
Sponsor innovation, including AI‑enabled development workflows
Required Qualifications
12+ years of progressive technology experience, including 5+ years in senior engineering leadership roles
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field or equivalent experience
Proven experience architecting and modernizing enterprise data platforms and API ecosystems
Experience of leading managers and multiple engineering teams (manager‑of‑managers experience required)
Deep expertise in relational database systems and enterprise data architecture
Background in Microsoft SQL Server, including performance tuning, indexing strategies, query optimization, high availability, and large‑scale data environments
Extensive experience with SQL and advanced data modeling principles
Experience modernizing enterprise data warehouses and migrating to cloud‑based platforms
Experience supporting near real‑time or high‑volume data processing systems
Familiarity with healthcare interoperability standards, particularly FHIR, HL7, etc.
Experience with C#/.NET and RESTful API environments
Familiarity with Kafka, containerized hosting, and modern DevOps ecosystems
Experience operating in regulated or compliance‑driven environments preferred
Strong executive communication and organizational leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in healthcare technology or regulated industries
Familiarity with HITRUST, HIPAA, and healthcare compliance environments
Experience leading large‑scale platform transformations
Experience implementing spec‑driven or AI‑assisted development models
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
About Us Founded in 1999, Homecare Homebase, a subsidiary of Hearst Corporation is a market leader in healthcare software development providing mobile cloud‑based solutions for clinical, operational, and financial improvement of home‑based care throughout the United States. Our software enables real‑time solutions for wireless information exchange and communication between the office and clinicians in the field.
Our success is fueled by our talented teams that are driven by their passion to make a difference in patient care. Our employees work in a culture that is guided by our CARES values: Care, Act, Respect, Excel, and Smile (a positive attitude). If you want to work in a role where your skills have a direct influence on empowering patient care, Homecare Homebase is the next step in your career.
What You Can Expect from Us At Homecare Homebase, we don't just help our clients succeed; we help our employees succeed. Competitive pay, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities are a few of the many reasons that Homecare Homebase is a great place to build your career.
Our Team Members Also Enjoy
Meaningful work . Our employees often tell us that their work gives them a sense of purpose because it makes a difference in the lives of clinicians and home‑based care staff, as well as the patients they serve.
Leaders who care . President Luke Rutledge has continued the mission to create a culture that cares – one that appreciates and looks after its people. As a result, being an employee of HCHB feels like being a member of the family.
Flexibility . We value work‑life balance because we know that happy employees create happy clients. That's why Homecare Homebase offers both full and part‑time career opportunities to fit life's unique demands.
A company that gives back . Every year, Homecare Homebase proudly supports numerous charitable fundraising initiatives that align with our mission of empowering exceptional care and helping others in need.
Sound like a good fit? We’d love to hear from you.
This position does not provide sponsorship. All applicants should have the right to work in the US without immigration sponsorship.
Job Info
Job Identification 2026235
Job Category Technology
Posting Date 03/04/2026, 04:18 AM
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 4849 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75206, US 4801 Olympia Park Plaza, Louisville, KY, 40241, US (Hybrid)
#J-18808-Ljbffr