Position Description:

Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of technology, data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding using technology and advanced analytics. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Read more about our benefits here: https://www.mathematica.org/career-opportunities/benefits-at-a-glance

We are seeking a motivated Principal Client Solution Architect who is passionate about leading projects and technical teams developing data-driven solutions that guide decision-making in U.S. health and public health policy. This is a client-facing leadership role that involves owning the technical solution, managing the relationship between the customer and Mathematica for a given project/engagement, and leading winning proposal efforts. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of systems and logical-technical approaches to lead winning analytics and technology-related proposal efforts.

Responsibilities:*

Lead and manage the full lifecycle of proposal development, including RFP analysis, strategy development, writing, budgeting, and submission for government clients (State, Federal, CMS, etc.).Lead the design of data pipelines and analyses involving large administrative data sources such as state Medicaid claims and APCDs, as well as clinical data sources such as EHRs and HIEs, to effectively answer research questions about health care policy.Incorporate client and other stakeholder needs into solution design, communication planning, and project scope.Develop a budget and staffing plan to produce the required solutions in context of internal / external constraints and Mathematica's contractual and regulatory requirements.Act as Project Director on select awarded projects, ensuring successful execution from kickoff through to project completion.Provide strategic technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams combining data analytics, visualization, and development of analytics products such as interactive dashboards and data driven applications. Accountable for all project deliverables alongside operations and maintenance.Evaluate internal project functions and processes and suggest improvements.Collaborate across internal technology, analytics, and advisory services teams.Actively support the advancement of organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, and apply diversity, equity, and inclusion lens across job responsibilities.Interface with clients for 50% or more of your time (with occasional in-person meetings).Apply excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to mitigate project risk.Position Requirements:

Graduate degree in computer science, public health, analytics, or other related field, or equivalent working experience.We are open to a candidate witho 10+ years of experience implementing data collection, storage, analysis, and visualization solutions, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.o ORo 10+ years in an IT Project Management and/or Portfolio Management position leading highly complex technical projects and cross-functional teams.5 years of experience managing Federal, State, or commercial projects.Knowledge of technologies such as SQL, Python, Snowflake, Tableau, and QuickSight.Knowledge of the Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence).Knowledge of project management fundamentals, including the ability to develop and implement accurate work plans, schedules, staffing plans, and budgets, in an Agile methodology.Conceptual and practical knowledge of health data (e.g. commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, or APCD claims data; EHR and/or HIE data; healthcare informatics; medical coding).Ability to describe difficult technical problems and solutions to a non-technical audience.Expert organizational and communication skills, and the ability to build consensus.Proven quantitative and analytical skills.Excellent communication skills with the ability translate findings to both technical and non-technical, as well as internal and external (client) audiences.Understanding of change management and matrix organizational management.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products.Experience building and leading teams.Preferred experience: PMP CertificationPreferred experience: experience directing large-scale, complex projects.Preferred experience: experience with health interoperability standards (e.g. FHIR) and common data models (e.g. OMOP).This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of $145,000 - $185,000 for Principal Client Solution Architect. This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance. To apply, please submit a cover letter (optional), resume, location preference, and salary expectations.

STAFFING AGENCIES AND THIRD-PARTY RECRUITERS: Mathematica is not accepting candidates for this role or any technical role from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters. Please do not contact technical or senior staff at Mathematica or share unsolicited resumes. All agency inquiries go through the talent acquisition team and will be routed accordingly.

Staff in our Health or Human Services units will eventually work with some of our largest clients, including the Centers for Medicaid Medicare Services (CMS) and other agencies. Most staff working on these contracts will be required to complete a successful background investigation including the Questionnaire for Public Trust Position SF-85 . Staff that are unable to successfully undergo the background investigation will need to be able to obtain work outside these contracts. Staff will work with their supervisor to get re-staffed, however if they are unable to do so it may result in employment termination due to lack of work.

Available Locations: Washington, DC; Princeton, NJ; Remote

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