Data Architect

Job Family:Data Engineering & Architecture ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 25%Clearance Required:Active SecretWhat You Will DoAs a Data Architect, you will lead the design, implementation, and evolution of enterprise‑scale data architectures supporting advanced analytics, AI/ML, and mission‑critical decision‑making for federal clients. You will serve as a technical authority responsible for ensuring data solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with federal and DoD architecture, governance, and compliance requirements.You will work closely with data engineers, AI/ML teams, platform engineers, and government stakeholders to translate mission needs into robust data architectures, leveraging Databricks and Palantir Foundry as core delivery platforms.Key responsibilities include:Lead the end‑to‑end design of data architectures supporting analytics, AI/ML, and operational reportingDefine logical and physical data models, ingestion patterns, transformation layers, and consumption frameworksArchitect solutions for large‑scale structured and semi‑structured datasets, including federal financial and operational dataDesign secure, scalable data platforms leveraging Databricks (Spark, Delta Lake) and Palantir FoundryEstablish architecture standards for data integration, metadata, lineage, and data qualityEnsure architectures align with federal security, compliance, and data governance requirementsPartner with AI/ML, MLOps, and analytics teams to enable production‑grade model development and deploymentGuide implementation teams through complex architectural decisions and trade‑offsSupport system design reviews, technical documentation, and government architecture forumsMentor junior architects and engineers while providing technical leadership across engagementsWhat You Will Need: An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical fieldFIVE (5) or more years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise analytics rolesHands‑on experience with Databricks (Spark, Delta Lake, performance optimization, production architectures)Hands‑on experience with Palantir Foundry, including data pipelines, ontology, and analytics enablementStrong experience designing enterprise data architectures supporting analytics and AI/ML workloadsExperience with SQL and distributed data processing frameworksExperience integrating multiple data sources and managing complex data pipelinesWhat Would Be Great to HaveStrong understanding of data governance, metadata management, and lineageAbility to clearly communicate architectural designs to both technical and executive audiencesExperience supporting the Department of Defense, including exposure to Advana or DoD enterprise data platformsExperience working with federal financial, budgetary, accounting, or audit dataExperience architecting solutions in Azure Government or AWS GovCloudFamiliarity with MLOps and how data architecture supports model lifecycle managementKnowledge of data cataloging, semantic layers, and enterprise metadata strategiesExperience designing data architectures that support Responsible AI and model governanceExperience leading architecture reviews or serving as an approving authorityMaster’s degree in a related technical disciplineWhat We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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