Senior Data Architect

The Senior Data Architect will define and govern enterprise data architecture strategy while designing scalable, cloud‑native business process solutions that align with organizational objectives. The role will establish architectural standards, reference models, and governance frameworks that enable secure, cost‑efficient, and high‑performing data and workflow ecosystems. Responsibilities Define and maintain the enterprise data platform blueprint, including ingestion, storage, processing, serving, governance, and security. Design, model, and simulate complex business processes using BPMS tools and workflow frameworks. Establish and govern architectural standards, including data contracts, service‑level objectives, access controls, and privacy‑by‑design principles. Develop enterprise and domain reference architectures to support scalability, interoperability, and reuse. Design and modernize systems into cloud‑compatible or cloud‑native architectures, including migration strategies. Lead architecture reviews for complex or high‑risk initiatives, evaluate trade‑offs, and mitigate technical and compliance risks. Develop process architecture artifacts, including workflow diagrams, functional maps, and cross‑functional process models. Recommend and implement best practices for process orchestration, workflow design, and system integration. Align data and process architecture with enterprise architecture, security, IAM, networking, and FinOps practices. Evaluate build‑versus‑buy decisions, serve as a subject matter expert in BPMS tools and process design patterns, collaborate with stakeholders to test and refine workflows, mentor technical professionals, and provide strategic architecture recommendations. Support CI/CD, DevOps, and automation practices, ensure solutions meet evolving security requirements and industry standards, and perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, mathematics, business, or equivalent experience. 9‑12 years of experience in data engineering, platform engineering, software architecture, or related technical roles. At least 5 years of experience working within Agile software development environments. Extensive experience leading data or solution architecture across multiple domains or enterprise platforms. Strong expertise in modern data architectures, including data lakes, data warehouses, lakehouses, and streaming platforms. Experience with business process management systems and workflow modeling tools. Knowledge of microservices architecture and development, such as Java, Node.js, Scala, and serverless frameworks. Experience with multiple data storage technologies, including SQL, NoSQL, and graph databases. Strong experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and cloud‑native design. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Preferred Skills Familiarity with infrastructure‑as‑code tools, such as Terraform and CloudFormation. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with ETL processes and large‑scale data processing frameworks, such as Spark. Knowledge of containerization technologies, including Docker, Kubernetes, and ECS. Strong understanding of data governance, security, and privacy principles. Proven ability to define architectural standards and influence enterprise‑wide adoption. Workplace Remote or hybrid work is available, but a reliable high‑speed internet connection with a wired interface is required. Employees must have a suitable home workspace and may need to work in the office if home conditions are insufficient. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching up to 6% and potential discretionary contributions. Financial advisory services. Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year. Business‑casual environment, including the option to wear jeans. Generous paid time off, including a paid time off program, ten paid company holidays, and three floating holidays each calendar year. Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year. Leave of absence programs, including paid parental leave and short‑term and long‑term disability. Family and Medical Leave (FMLA). Business Resource Groups (BRGs) that foster inclusion and collaboration. Compensation Base Salary Range: $138,000.00 – $200,100.00. Non‑sales positions may participate in a bonus program; sales positions are eligible for sales incentives and a bonus plan that can bring total compensation above the base salary. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. Legal Notice This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of the job. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. You may be required to perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, as per terms and conditions of your employment contract. #J-18808-Ljbffr