Principal Data Architect

Principal Data ArchitectDonaldson 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 Principal Data Architect to be one of the architects shaping Donaldson's enterprise data future. You'll be part of a small, highly visible team where your ideas will directly influence enterprise technology decisions across a global manufacturing company. 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 remote or 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 standardsEngaging and influencing C-level executives and senior stakeholders to align enterprise data strategy with business objectivesArchitecting modern data solutions using Snowflake, Azure, Oracle, APIs, and streaming technologiesServing as a trusted advisor on enterprise data investments and strategyMinimum Qualifications12+ 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: $152,190 to $186,000. 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.Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.