Data Architect

Position Overview The Enterprise Data Engineering & Analytics team provides support of our data warehouse environments and analytics tools. This allows our business leaders access to business intelligence data in order to develop strategies for our organization to grow. As a Data Architect, you will be a part of UMB’s data team during an exciting time of growth and modernization. As part of this opportunity, you will be serving as the subject‑matter expert in driving Data Architecture strategies across the UMB enterprise. You will work directly with the senior leadership teams and will be involved in modernizing the UMB data infrastructure while increasing ROI and analytics capabilities for the entire company. This role is hybrid (Mon thru Thu on‑site / Fri remote) at the UMB Tech Center located in downtown Kansas City, MO. Responsibilities Collaborating and driving data architecture strategies across the enterprise. Identifying and developing effective data management practices including collaborating with stakeholders to implement the practices. Leading design and implementation of data governance, data classification/curation, data lineage, and master data management standards. Forward & reverse engineering databases to established technical and metadata standards. Creating and maintaining complex conceptual, logical, physical, and dimensional models. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and work experience. At least 5 years of experience as a data management practitioner designing and implementing cloud data architecture. At least 5 years of experience presenting data architecture and rationalization for change to leadership and business stakeholders. In‑depth experience with Snowflake and data modeling including Star Schemas. Experience implementing data governance tools like Informatica CDGC, Alation or Collibra. A passion for cloud data technology and finding the best ways to modernize technology. A business‑first mindset and comfortable with change as well as a passion to learn and use new modern technologies, including databases, code sets, and integration best practices. Bonus Experience within the banking / financial services industry. Additional Information Applicants must have legal authority to work in the United States. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This position was posted on 07/20/2026. The application deadline is 45 days from the posting date unless filled earlier. Compensation Compensation Range: $117,900 - $173,393. The posted compensation range is UMB’s estimate based on budget and expected starting pay for this role; actual compensation may vary by geographic location, experience, and other factors. Benefits UMB offers competitive and varied benefits to eligible associates, such as Paid Time Off, a 401(k) matching program, annual incentive pay, paid holidays, a comprehensive company‑sponsored benefit plan (medical, dental, vision, and other insurance coverage), health savings, flexible spending, and dependent care accounts, adoption assistance, an employee assistance program, fitness reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, an associate wellbeing program, an associate emergency fund, and various associate banking benefits. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements vary. Equal Employment Opportunity UMB and its affiliates are committed to inclusion and diversity and provide employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Accommodation for Disabilities If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an e‑mail to View email address on click.appcast.io to let us know the nature of your request. California Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please visit our Privacy Notice for California Job Candidates to understand how we collect and use your personal information when you apply for employment with UMB. #J-18808-Ljbffr UMB Financial Corporation