Remote Principal Data Operations & Migration Lead

About the Role

StarCompliance is seeking a Remote Principal Data Operations & Migration Lead to oversee our data feed operations and client data migration capabilities. This role combines technical leadership with day-to-day delivery, acting as a player coach who sets direction, unblocks issues, and still gets hands-on when it matters. You will own the operational health of broker and client data feeds, lead complex data migration initiatives during client onboarding, and provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers and analysts across both functions.

What You'll Do

• Provide technical and operational leadership across Data Operations and Data Migration functions.
• Act as a player coach, balancing hands-on delivery with coaching, mentoring, and upskilling team members.
• Set standards for operational excellence, data quality, documentation, and incident management.
• Own prioritization and workload planning across feeds and migrations, ensuring delivery commitments are met.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex data issues, client escalations, and high-risk migrations.
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and Professional Services to influence roadmap decisions and onboarding strategies.
• Translate complex technical and data concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-technical audiences.
• Oversee the delivery, maintenance, and evolution of StarCompliance’s broker and client data feed infrastructure.

Requirements

• Strong experience in financial services, fintech, regtech, or similarly regulated data environments.
• Deep domain knowledge of financial broker feeds, file-based integrations, and operational data pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server, including T-SQL for investigation and data validation.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using tools such as PowerShell, Python, and SQL.
• Proven experience leading data operations or data migration initiatives in production environments.

Nice to Have

• Experience with secure file transfer technologies and encryption standards, including SFTP, PGP/GPG, and SSH.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and calm decision-making under pressure.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work remotely and enjoy a flexible work environment.
• Access to professional development and training resources.
• Engaging company culture focused on innovation and collaboration.
• Supportive team environment with a focus on mentorship and growth.