Lead Data Architect
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Are you passionate about using technology to drive business success and strategic initiatives? Do you excel in unleashing the power of data through cutting-edge platforms and advanced analytics? Are you hands-on with code while capable of articulating complex ideas to a broader audience? If so, we’re looking for a Lead Data Architect to join our team and design data products that deliver transformative business value.The Lead Data Architect works in all data environments which includes data design, database architecture, metadata and repository creation.
The Lead Data Architect works on problems of diverse scope and complexity ranging from moderate to substantial.
As a Lead Data Architect, you will play a pivotal role in designing and delivering high-quality data products, from conception to launch. Your responsibilities will span from engaging with stakeholders and conducting user research to defining curated data assets that empower business analysts with descriptive, prescriptive, and predictive insights. You will lead efforts to create scalable and innovative data solutions while ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Data Strategy Development
Develop and implement a comprehensive technical data strategy aligned with the organization’s goals, ensuring scalability and adaptability
Architecture Design
Design and oversee the implementation of modern data architectures, including data models, integration frameworks, and governance policies.
Champion the adoption of federated architectures such as Data Mesh, ensuring metadata management, lineage, discovery, and quality standards are established.
Technology Leadership
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.
Recommend and implement state-of-the-art data solutions to improve efficiency, scalability, and data quality.
Collaboration
Partner with enterprise architects, data scientists, analytics teams, and business stakeholders to understand their needs and deliver robust architectural solutions. Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment between technical and business teams
Data Governance
Define and enforce data governance policies to uphold data integrity, security, and compliance with relevant regulations. Performance Optimization
Hands-On Execution
Engage in coding and prototyping to transform ideas into functional products. Mentor and guide data engineers and team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence. Lead distributed teams across multiple locations in delivering cloud-based data architecture engagements.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
10+ years of experience in data engineering and architecture.
5+ years of deep experience building cloud data solutions with technologies such as Azure Data Lakes, Databricks, and Snowflake.
5+ years of experience leading complex cloud-based architecture projects across distributed teams
Proficiency in federated data architectures (e.g., Data Mesh) and centralized models.
Strong experience with metadata management, data lineage, governance, discovery, and quality.
Expertise in programming languages like Python.
Hands-on experience with Data Lakes, Event Streaming, Data Fabric, DevOps
Proven ability to influence, motivate, and align teams around common technical decisions.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills to engage technical and non-technical audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree
Familiarity with machine learning frameworks, tools and MLOps
Work-At-Home Requirements
WAH requirements: Must have the ability to provide a high-speed DSL or cable modem for a home office. Associates or contractors who live and work from home in the state of California will be provided payment for their internet expense.
A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 25x10 (25mpbs download x 10mpbs upload) is required.
Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role.
A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Pay Range
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