Fractional Data Architect

Senior Data Architect Overview Our client is seeking a Senior Data Architect to help define and execute the future vision of its enterprise data platform. This is a highly visible role responsible for assessing the current data environment, developing a future-state architecture strategy, and guiding the modernization of the organization’s data ecosystem. The ideal candidate brings a combination of strategic thinking and hands‑on technical expertise, with experience designing scalable enterprise data architectures, evaluating modern data platforms, and partnering closely with business and technology leaders. Responsibilities Assess the current data ecosystem, including SQL Server, Snowflake, and supporting Microsoft technologies, identifying strengths, technical debt, risks, and opportunities. Develop and present a strategic roadmap for the future‑state data architecture, including platform recommendations, tooling, and modernization initiatives. Design scalable, secure, and well‑governed data architectures supporting transactional systems, data warehouses/lakehouses, analytics, and reporting. Establish enterprise standards for data modeling, integration patterns, and architecture best practices. Partner with engineering, analytics, product, and business stakeholders to align technology decisions with organizational objectives. Evaluate modern data technologies, including ETL/ELT platforms, orchestration tools, data governance solutions, and metadata management capabilities. Lead data modernization and migration initiatives while balancing current‑state operational needs with long‑term architectural goals. Define and promote best practices for data governance, security, access management, data quality, and master data management. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data engineers and analytics teams. Qualifications 8‑12 years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or a related discipline. Demonstrated experience designing enterprise‑scale data platforms and architecture roadmaps. Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft data technologies, including SQL Server and related tools (SSIS, SSAS, Azure Data Factory, Power BI, or similar). Experience working with Snowflake in enterprise environments. Proven ability to assess existing data environments and develop actionable modernization strategies. Strong understanding of data modeling methodologies, data warehousing concepts, ETL/ELT design, and modern lakehouse architectures. Experience with cloud‑based data platforms, preferably Azure. Knowledge of data governance, security, compliance, and enterprise data management best practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and executive audiences. Ability to balance strategic vision with practical implementation considerations. Preferred Qualifications Experience within healthcare or other highly regulated industries. Familiarity with HIPAA or similar regulatory environments. Experience supporting medical device, healthcare, or hospital technology environments. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Gravity IT Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gravity IT Resources