Principal Data Architect | AWS | AI

Principal Data Architect | AWS | AI

Join a fast-growing organization in the financial services industry, focused on building modern, scalable data platforms using AWS, Kafka, and AI-driven architectures. This role centers on leading enterprise data transformation into next-generation, AI-enabled ecosystems that support advanced analytics, risk modeling, and real-time decision-making.

As part of a newly formed, greenfield initiative, you'll help shape architecture and standards from the ground up in a build-focused environment. This is a senior, hands-on role focused on technical leadership and advisory, driving strategy, influencing direction, and mentoring teams while remaining deeply involved in design and delivery, without direct people management responsibilities.

Required Skills & Experience

· 10+ years in data architecture/data engineering · Strong AWS data platform expertise · Experience with data modeling, frameworks, and architecture design · Real-time & batch data pipelines (Kafka preferred) · Data governance and quality implementation · TOGAF or similar certification

Desired Skills & Experience

· AI data architectures (RAG, vector DBs, MCP) · Streaming/event-driven systems · CI/CD & automation · Leadership and team mentorship

What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown

· 50% AWS architecture & platform design · 30% Data pipelines & streaming · 20% AI & advanced data solutions

Daily Responsibilities

· Design data architecture & roadmaps · Build scalable pipelines & integrations · Mentor teams & drive best practices Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Specialization: Data Engineering