Solutions Architect (Data Engineering) (Chicago)

Solutions Architect (Data Engineering)

Location: Wood Dale, IL (moving to Chicago's Merchandise Mart in 2027)

Build the Future of Enterprise Analytics!

Are you a hands-on architect who enjoys designing enterprise solutions just as much as building them?

AAR is investing in a next-generation analytics platform, and we're looking for a Solutions Architect to help lead the journey. This is a unique opportunity to shape the architecture, technology stack, and roadmap for a modern data ecosystem while staying close to the engineering work that brings it to life.

If you're energized by greenfield projects, cloud technologies, and solving business challenges through data, we'd love to connect.

What You'll Do

• Design and build scalable data and analytics solutions
• Partner with business leaders to turn complex requirements into actionable insights
• Develop modern data pipelines, integrations, and analytics capabilities
• Influence architecture decisions, standards, and best practices
• Evaluate emerging technologies, AI use cases, and advanced analytics opportunities
• Help establish the foundation for AAR's future data strategy

What You'll Work With

• Databricks, Snowflake, Azure
• Python, PySpark, SQL
• Data architecture, pipelines, APIs, and analytics
• AI and advanced analytics initiatives

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Analytics Engineering, or Solution Architecture
• Strong hands-on expertise with Python, SQL, Databricks, and Snowflake
• Experience designing cloud-based data and analytics platforms
• Ability to bridge technical solutions with business outcomes
• A builder's mindset and passion for solving complex problems

Why Join AAR?

• High-impact role with visibility across the enterprise
• Opportunity to build a strategic analytics platform from the ground up
• Collaborative environment with business and technology leaders
• Significant growth potential as our data organization continues to expand

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000 to $170,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.

AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

Ready to architect, build, and influence the future of data at AAR?