Data Modeler

HCA Healthcare; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking an experienced Data Modeler to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure data products on Google Cloud.

You will transform raw data into actionable insights, bridging business needs with technical solutions across the enterprise. The role focuses on data architectures, governance, and enterprise standards, partnering with Data Product Owners to align with clinical and operational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years in data management, data products, or analytics.
• Proficiency in SQL and database design.
• Knowledge of metadata management and data cataloging.
• Experience with GCP BigQuery is a plus.
• Experience with Git/GitHub version control.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, secure data products on Google Cloud.
• Bridge business needs and technical solutions with data architectures.
• Develop data architecture roadmaps aligned with business priorities.
• Ensure data governance, security, and compliance best practices are followed.
• Collaborate with Data Product Owners to meet operational and analytical needs.
• Improve data quality through automated validation and ETL processes.

Skills

SQL proficiency

Data modeling

Python

GCP BigQuery

Git/GitHub

ETL pipelines

Data governance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Master's preferred

Tools

GitHub

GCP Dataflow

Cloud Composer

Job description

This is OUR story... and YOUR next chapter

At HCA Healthcare, our Digital Transformation and Innovation (DT&I) team is redefining what’s possible inpatient care. By leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, automation, and digital technologies, DT&I is helping drive meaningful improvements in clinical outcomes, reduce manual workload, and expand the reach of our care teams. If you're passionate about using technology to improve human life, this is where your work truly matters

What you will accomplish in this role

Job Summary

HCA Healthcare is looking for an experienced and innovative Data Modeler to lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance data products on Google Cloud. In this role, you will be at the forefront of transforming raw data into actionable insights by creating robust architectures that integrate seamlessly into our enterprise ecosystem.

The Data Modeler will play a critical role in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. You will work closely with Data Product Owners to understand product requirements, ensure alignment with business goals, and design solutions that meet operational and analytical needs.

This position requires a deep understanding of the architecture of business data source systems, their structures, communication protocols, and interfaces. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a mastery of data analysis, logical data modeling, and the ability to identify opportunities for data reuse and transformation. You will design data architectures that address gaps, optimize performance, and enforce enterprise standards in cybersecurity, governance, and compliance.

As a key contributor to HCA's data strategy, you will also develop and maintain a comprehensive data architecture roadmap, ensuring alignment with business priorities and evolving technology trends. By integrating advanced analytics and machine learning capabilities, you will help HCA Healthcare maximize the value of its data to improve clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.

What you will do:

Perform advanced data analysis to inform design decisions and ensure alignment with business needs. Create logical data models or object models of moderate complexity to address business challenges. Identify redundant data objects and reusable data items across systems and applications. Define data transformation requirements and implement efficient solutions. Implement enterprise data management practices, standards, and frameworks for Data Integration Ensure data governance and security best practices are followed. Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on SQL queries and ETL pipelines

Build automated validation processes for data integrity checks

What qualifications you will need:

• Bachelor's degree Computer Science or a related field required

• Master's degree Computer Science or a related field preferred

• 3+ years of experience in data management, data products, or analytics required

• Service and Quality Excellence: Ability to demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to delivering exceptional care to create an unmatched value proposition for our patients required

• Proficiency in SQL and database design

• Ability to write, tune, and interpret SQL queries; Experience GCP Big Query is a plus

• Experience with GIT and GitHub version control.

• Extensive experience in architecture, construction, and implementation of data-intensive solutions

• Strong understanding of metadata management and data cataloging

• Adeptness to learn new assignments, technologies and applications quickly and manage multiple assignments simultaneously

• Ability to troubleshoot, maintain, reverse engineer and optimize existing ETL pipelines.

• Familiarity with Python, GCP Dataflow and Cloud Composer is a plus

• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data, and offer solutions to complex clinical problems.

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain complex technical issues in a way that non-technical people may understand.

• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Knowledge of IT governance and operations.

• Honor our Mission and Values: Ability to build trust and act with authenticity to cultivate a culture of integrity, inclusion, and mutual respect required

• Effective Decision Making: Ability to make timely, informed decisions that are in the best interest of our patients, employees, providers, community and HCA required

Work Location/Schedule:

• Nashville, TN (near Centennial Park)

• Onsite M-F for the fist 6 months, then Hybrid with 2 days onsite/wk.

Travel Required:

• The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to fostering a culture of growth that allows you to build the career of a lifetime. We encourage you to apply for our Data Modeler today. We review all applications promptly, and qualified candidates will be contacted to continue the process. Join us!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.