Data Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Data Manager roles attract H-1B visa sponsorship from employers in healthcare, finance, and tech, where managing data infrastructure requires a specific degree background. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, making them straightforward to sponsor under both H-1B and O-1 visa pathways. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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PacificSource is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information or age. PacificSource values the diversity of our community, including those we hire and serve. We are committed to creating and fostering a work environment in which individual differences and diversity are appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and provide guidance to assigned team members regarding company policies, procedures, and workflow. Set goals and implement strategies to ensure team members are effectively assisting providers with internal processes. Responsible for hiring process of various Operations staff. Demonstrate effective leadership by coaching to improve individual performance and develop teamwork. Evaluate team member performance. Oversee provider data production and quality.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Maintain broad knowledge of all positions assigned to lead and develop programs to assure ongoing training and coaching to assigned staff.
- Supervise and evaluate data production and quality performance of team members. Conduct and submit performance evaluations on a timely basis.
- Conduct regular 1:1 with assigned staff.
- Assist Manager in analyzing and determine staffing, training, and process improvement needs related to department goals.
- Assist manager in assessment, development, and oversight of department budget.
- Responsible for the creation, and evaluation of Operations production and data quality metrics to measure.
- Supervise creation around development and maintenance of Provider Network job aids, policies and procedures.
- Serve as liaison with all PacificSource departments to coordinate optimal provision of service and information.
- Attend and lead various enterprise workgroups related to provider data scalability and quality outcomes. Document and report any pertinent communications back to the manager, team, or department.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts for both enterprise and team processes to ensure department and company outcomes are met.
- Responsible for fostering a positive work environment (virtually and in person), offering constructive feedback and promoting continuous learning and department development goals.
- Work collaboratively with various PacificSource leadership teams to develop best practices and address issues across various enterprise wide processes.
- Responsible for hiring, staff development, coaching, performance reviews, corrective actions, and termination of employees.
- Investigate and settle issues with provider data as needed. Relay information for resolution to Manager, Director, appropriate departments, and personnel.
- Responsible for the oversight and compliance of provider data quality related to various regulatory and marketability standards. Including but limited to NCQA, OHA, CMS, WAOIC, etc.
Supporting Responsibilities:
- Meet department and company performance and attendance expectations.
- Follow the PacificSource privacy policy and HIPAA laws and regulations concerning confidentiality and security of protected health information.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUCCESS PROFILE
Work Experience: Minimum of three years of experience in closely related insurance field or three years’ supervisory experience required.
Education, Certificates, Licenses: Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge: Effective written and oral communication. Ability to read, understand and communicate policies. Effective problem solving skills required. Requires ability to define and prioritize problems and manage workload without direct supervision. Ability to work under time pressures and heavy workloads. Ability to use judgment to make logical decisions that are consistent with company culture and philosophy. General computer, word processing and spreadsheet skills.
Competencies:
- Building Trust
- Building a Successful Team
- Aligning Performance for Success
- Building Customer Loyalty
- Building Strategic Work Relationships
- Continuous Improvement
- Decision Making
- Facilitating Change
- Leveraging Diversity
- Driving for Results
Environment: Work inside in a general office setting with ergonomically configured equipment. Travel is required approximately 5% of the time.
Skills:
- Accountable leadership
- Collaboration
- Communication (written/verbal)
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Influencing
- Listening (active)
- Organizational skills/Planning and Organization
Compensation Disclaimer
The wage range provided reflects the full range for this position. The maximum amount listed represents the highest possible salary for the role and should not be interpreted as a typical starting wage. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, and internal equity. Please note that the stated range is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee of any specific salary within that range.
Base Range:
$56,779.86 - $96,525.75
Our Values
We live and breathe our values. In fact, our culture is driven by these seven core values which guide us in how we do business:
- We are committed to doing the right thing.
- We are one team working toward a common goal.
- We are each responsible for customer service.
- We practice open communication at all levels of the company to foster individual, team and company growth.
- We actively participate in efforts to improve our many communities-internally and externally.
- We actively work to advance social justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace, the healthcare system and community.
- We encourage creativity, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.
Physical Requirements: Stoop and bend. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while performing core job functions. Repetitive motions to include typing, sorting and filing. Light lifting and carrying of files and business materials. Ability to read and comprehend both written and spoken English. Communicate clearly and effectively.
Disclaimer: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position and is subject to change. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employment remains AT-WILL at all times.
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Lead with your degree-to-role alignment
Employers filing H-1B petitions must prove the role is a specialty occupation. A Data Manager with a degree in computer science, information systems, or statistics makes that case cleanly. Highlight your field of study prominently in every application.
Target industries with established sponsorship pipelines
Healthcare systems, financial institutions, and enterprise tech companies sponsor Data Managers consistently. These employers have existing immigration counsel and understand the LCA and H-1B filing process, which shortens timelines and reduces the chance of a first-time sponsorship refusal.
Clarify scope early in interviews
Data Manager titles vary widely. Some roles are purely operational; others involve architecture and governance. Roles with specialized technical scope, such as overseeing data pipelines or compliance frameworks, are easier to classify as specialty occupations for visa petition purposes.
Prepare documentation on your data systems expertise
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B petitions for roles where the degree requirement is not obvious. Having specific tools, certifications, or methodologies documented, such as SQL, Python, or data governance frameworks, strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your employer's petition.
Understand the LCA before your offer is finalized
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor before submitting your H-1B petition. The LCA certifies the role's prevailing wage tier. Knowing this step exists helps you set realistic timelines and confirm your employer is prepared to proceed.
O-1B is worth exploring if you have a strong portfolio
Data Managers with published research, conference presentations, or recognition for large-scale data projects may qualify for the O-1A visa. It has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a viable alternative if you miss the H-1B selection cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Most Data Manager positions qualify, but the title alone isn't enough. USCIS evaluates whether the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Roles involving database architecture, data governance, or compliance frameworks qualify more cleanly than generalist coordination positions where any degree satisfies the requirement. Your employer's job description and internal classification matter significantly.
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a Data Manager?
A bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, data science, statistics, or a closely related field is the standard baseline. Degrees in business or management are harder to use unless the role has a clear technical focus. If your degree is in an unrelated field, relevant experience and certifications can supplement it, but the petition becomes more complex and USCIS scrutiny increases.
How likely is H-1B approval for a Data Manager?
Approval rates for technology and data-related H-1B visa petitions run above 85% once selected in the lottery, according to USCIS data. The bigger hurdle is lottery selection itself, where roughly one in four registrations is chosen. If you miss the lottery, cap-exempt employers, including universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government contractors, can sponsor outside the annual cap.
How do I find employers who sponsor Data Manager roles?
Migrate Mate lists Data Manager positions from employers who have confirmed sponsorship willingness, which cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying and discovering late in the process that a company won't sponsor. Filtering by sponsorship availability is the most efficient way to focus your search, particularly if you're on OPT with a limited runway before your status requires resolution.
Can I switch employers on an H-1B as a Data Manager?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval. The new petition must establish that your new Data Manager role also qualifies as a specialty occupation. If the new role is significantly different in scope from the original petition, your employer's attorney may need to document the specialty occupation argument from scratch.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Data Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.