Enterprise Data Architect & Technical Lead

Role Description

The Enterprise Data Architect and Technical Lead is a strategic and hands-on leadership role within the Enterprise Information Management (EIM) team. This position is responsible for defining and driving the enterprise data architecture vision for scalable, high-quality data solutions. The role combines deep expertise in data modeling, middleware, MDM, and visualization with the ability to lead through influence—collaborating closely with ETL developers, data engineers, and BI developers across a multidisciplinary environment to drive outcomes.

The successful candidate will oversee the design and implementation of the Enterprise Data Warehouse – inclusive of data products (EDW), enterprise integration layer (ie, middleware), MDM, and ensuring that data platforms are aligned with business objectives, optimized for performance, and governed by best practices. This role will also guide the technical execution of data projects, manage resource allocation, and foster collaboration across functional and IT teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field or equivalent experience in a technical or business discipline.
• 10-15 years’ experience with the following tools and concepts:
• Databases such as SQL Server / Oracle
• ETL or Middleware software such as Informatica, Mulesoft
• Columnar databases such as Snowflake / Vertica
• Data Modeling tools such as ERWin or ER Studio
• Processing large volumes of structured and unstructured data
• Data movement and transformation technologies
• Version Control software such as TFS, CVS or GIT (preferred)
• Strong analytics skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Sound business and technical acumen
• Strong time management, organization, and execution skills
• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong collaboration skills required to effectively work across a diverse group including executives, managers, and subject matter experts
• Self-starter who takes initiative to get tasks done

Requirements

• Prior experience in the following areas is highly desirable:
• SAP functional modules (Finance/Accounting, Supply Chain, Materials Management, Warehouse Management, Procure to Pay)
• Delivering BI / DW solutions to end users in the pharmaceutical industry
• Demonstrated capabilities (e.g. able to translate strategy to action, effective verbal and/or written communication at all levels of organization, work effectively in ambiguous situations, ability to multi-task, proven track record of increasing customer base)

Benefits

• The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from $155,500 to $188,200.
• Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
• The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.
• Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.
• Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package.