Senior Solution Architect

Senior Solution ArchitectWe are seeking an experienced Data Services Delivery (DSD) Leader to own the end-to-end delivery of data services, spanning both Application/Data Development and Production Support. This is a hybrid technical-managerial role for a leader who can balance hands-on technical credibility with large-scale program leadership. The ideal candidate has successfully run large, complex data programs, managed distributed delivery teams, and driven operational excellence across the full data lifecycle 'from build to run.Key ResponsibilitiesEnd-to-End Delivery OwnershipProgram & Stakeholder LeadershipTechnical LeadershipOperations ManagementTeam Leadership & DevelopmentProcess & GovernanceSkill Requirements15+ years of overall experience in data engineering/technology delivery, with 5+ years in a leadership role managing delivery and/or support teams. Proven experience leading large, complex data programs end-to-end (multi-team, multi-vendor, cross-geography). Strong technical background in data engineering 'hands-on or recent hands-on experience with: Data pipelines/ETL-ELT tools (e.g., Informatica, Talend, dbt, Airflow, ADF) Cloud data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse, GCP BigQuery) SQL and at least one programming language (Python, Scala, Java) Data Governance, Data Management Services, Data modeling, Warehousing, and Integration Concepts Demonstrated experience owning both delivery/development and production support functions. Strong experience with ITIL-based support models, incident/problem management, and SLA governance. Excellent stakeholder management skills 'comfortable engaging with senior business and technology leadership. Experience with Agile/Scrum and DevOps/DataOps delivery practices. Strong people leadership experience'managing, mentoring, and growing technical teams (typically 20 - 1000+ FTEs, including onshore/offshore models).Preferred QualificationsExperience in managed services / global delivery / shared services environment. Exposure to data governance, data quality, and metadata management frameworks Relevant certifications (PMP, SAFe, ITIL, cloud platform certifications). Experience with FinOps/cost optimization for cloud data platforms. Prior experience in [Insert relevant industry, e.g., Banking, Healthcare, Retail].Key AttributesTechnical credibility 'can go deep enough to challenge architecture and troubleshoot with the team, not just manage from a distance. Execution-focused 'track record of delivering large programs on time, on budget, and at quality. Balances build and run 'equally comfortable driving new development and stabilizing/operating live systems. Strong communicator 'able to translate technical complexity into business impact for senior stakeholders. Calm under pressure 'experienced in managing production incidents and escalations without losing sight of long-term delivery goals.Compensation and BenefitsA candidate's pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.