Principal Enterprise Data Architect

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities. ​We are seeking a Data Architect to be one of the architects shaping Donaldson's enterprise data future. We're building a newly re-established Enterprise Architecture team, and this is your opportunity to influence how data, AI, analytics, and modern cloud technologies are adopted across a global manufacturing company. You'll be part of a small, highly visible team where your ideas will directly influence enterprise technology decisions across a global organization. This isn't a role where you'll create standards from the sidelines; you'll be a hands-on Data Architect, partnering with business leaders, engineering teams, and emerging technology experts to solve real business challenges and drive enterprise-wide transformation.You'll love the opportunity to shape enterprise data strategy from the ground up, work with Snowflake, Azure, Oracle, AI, and modern cloud technologies, influence executive decisions and enterprise architecture standards, collaborate across business, IT, engineering, and manufacturing teams. Qualified candidates must be able to work a Hybrid US schedule. Key ResponsibilitiesYou'll define and drive Donaldson's enterprise data architecture by:Developing the enterprise data strategy and roadmapDesigning scalable cloud-based data architectures and platformsLeading Master Data Management (MDM) initiativesBuilding trusted, governed data solutions for analytics and AIEstablishing enterprise data governance, quality, and architecture standardsPartnering with business leaders to translate business needs into technical solutionsArchitecting modern data solutions using Snowflake, Azure, Oracle, APIs, and streaming technologiesServing as a trusted advisor on enterprise data investments and strategyMinimum Qualifications10+ years of experience in Data or Enterprise Architecture3+ years of Snowflake experienceStrong expertise in cloud data platforms (Azure preferred)Experience with Data Warehouses, Data Lakes, MDM, and Data GovernanceExcellent stakeholder management and communication skillsBachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)Preferred Qualifications: AWS experienceAI/ML data platform experienceCloud or data architecture certificationsRelocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.Annual Salary Range: $103,000 – $165,300.  Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, performance. This position is eligible for annual incentive plan based on performance and company growth. Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paid leaves (including paid parental leave) and more. Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.Keywords: Data Governance, Data Architect, Enterprise Architect, Azure, Snowflake #LI-RemoteEqual Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. 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