Data Architect

Data Architect

TechSoup is a global nonprofit social enterprise helping NGOs access technology, resources, and funding. For over 30 years, we've supported 1.4M+ organizations across 230+ countries, delivering over $19B in technology value. We're a fully remote, mission-driven team using technology to create a more equitable world.

The Role

We're looking for a senior data leader to define and deliver our global data strategy. You'll lead a growing team, build scalable data platforms, and enable data-driven decision-making across the organization. This role reports to Chief Solutions Officer.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute data strategy: Develop a clear, actionable roadmap that aligns data initiatives with organizational priorities, driving business growth and operational efficiency.
• Lead and scale the data team: Manage and mentor a team of data analysts and engineers (currently 3 direct reports), with responsibility for hiring, development, and team structure as the function grows.
• Deliver analytics & insights: Oversee reporting and analytics to provide timely, high-quality insights; translate complex data into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Own data platform development: Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a centralized, scalable data platform (Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Dynamics), ensuring reliability and performance.
• Establish data governance & quality: Define standards, policies, and processes to ensure data accuracy, consistency, security, and compliance across systems.
• Drive experimentation culture: Implement and oversee frameworks for testing (e.g., A/B testing), ensuring new initiatives are evaluated using robust, data-driven methodologies.
• Partner across the organization: Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, prioritize initiatives, and embed data into decision-making.
• Lead innovation in data & AI: Stay current with industry trends and identify opportunities to leverage advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI where they add value.
• Contribute to enterprise IT strategy: Act as a key member of the IT leadership team, aligning data strategy with broader technology direction.

Your Profile

• 7 years of experience of which 2 in a data architect role and 5 as a data engineer
• Strong background in data architecture & platforms (design → build → run)
• Proven team leadership experience (3–5+ years)
• Experience with Azure data stack / Microsoft Fabric / Dynamics
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Passion for mission-driven work
• Fluent English required

This is fully remote role Salary range: 20,000pln – 25,000 pln gross per month This may change depending on location, as we recalculate it for Cost of Living index for the given country. Send your CV to View email address on click.appcast.io with Data Architect in the title.