Data Solution Architect

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CTG is seeking an experienced Data Solution Architect to design and deliver enterprise-scale data platforms that support advanced analytics, business intelligence, machine learning, and reporting initiatives. This role combines deep technical expertise in cloud-native data engineering with strategic architecture leadership to build secure, scalable, and regulatory-compliant data solutions.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with cloud platforms, modern data architectures, ETL/ELT frameworks, real-time data processing, and enterprise data governance.

Location: Buffalo, New York (Preferred) / Remote (Expected travel to Buffalo, NY every 4-6 weeks with Monday-Thursday in-office; travel expenses reimbursed by M&T)

Duration: 6 months

Key Responsibilities

• Architect cloud-based data platforms using technologies such as Azure Data Lake, Databricks, Kafka, Snowflake, and Power BI.
• Design and implement scalable ETL/ELT pipelines for integrating data from legacy systems, SaaS applications, and real-time data streams.
• Build and optimize data warehouses, lakehouses, analytics sandboxes, and reporting environments.
• Establish data governance, metadata management, lineage tracking, and data quality standards.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture teams to ensure alignment with organizational standards and technology roadmaps.
• Lead evaluations and proof-of-concept initiatives for emerging technologies, including AI/ML platforms, streaming analytics, and data mesh architectures.
• Develop architecture diagrams, data flow models, security frameworks, and technical documentation.
• Guide Agile and DevOps teams in implementing CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and automated testing practices.
• Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, performance, and scalability requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Solution Architecture, Technical Architecture, or Enterprise Systems Design.
• 2+ years of experience designing and implementing enterprise data platforms.
• Strong expertise with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with Databricks, Kafka, Snowflake, Azure Data Lake, and modern data engineering technologies.
• Proven experience designing ETL/ELT frameworks and large-scale data integration solutions.
• Knowledge of data modeling, metadata management, data quality, and governance frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, containerization, DevOps practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong understanding of data security, encryption, access controls, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related technical discipline.
• AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, Certified Data Engineer, or similar certifications.
• Experience within banking, financial services, payments, digital assets, or fintech environments.
• Knowledge of GDPR, CCPA, and enterprise regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience with AI/ML platforms, streaming analytics, and modern data architecture patterns.
• Familiarity with Jira, Agile methodologies, SDLC processes, and enterprise DevOps environments.

What You'll Deliver

• Enterprise data platform architectures and integration strategies.
• ETL/ELT modernization plans and scalable pipeline designs.
• Data governance frameworks and quality management standards.
• Technical architecture documentation, security models, and operational runbooks.
• Proof-of-concept implementations for emerging technologies.
• Performance optimization and scalability assessments.
• Risk mitigation, security compliance, and disaster recovery strategies.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $43.06 to $71.76/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.


About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients' digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years' experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.


Together, we shape what's next-working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you'll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.