Data Architect

This role leads the design and delivery of scalable, flexible, and cost-effective cloud-based data solutions to support enterprise data and business intelligence initiatives. The position is responsible for translating complex business requirements into strategic information architecture, guiding the implementation or modernization of a data warehouse, and establishing a strong foundation for enterprise reporting and analytics. The individual in this role will help shape and lead organizational data initiatives, ensure data integrity and accessibility across systems, and develop long-term, sustainable data solutions that enable informed decision‑making across the organization. Location: On site in Edina, MN Salary Range: $120,000‑180,000 DOE Benefits: Healthcare Dental Vision 401k Match PTO Role & Responsibilities Model and promote strong customer service and collaboration standards across internal teams. Lead architecture design, rebuild, and optimization efforts for enterprise data warehouse environments. Support organizational change management related to data initiatives, including implementation of data governance frameworks and supporting processes. Provide technical leadership across the lifecycle of data initiatives, from architecture and design through solution delivery. Evaluate and implement tools and applications used to access and analyze enterprise data across functional areas. Document architecture and solution designs for both technical and business audiences. Define enterprise data standards including business glossaries, KPI catalogs, critical data elements, and governance practices. Establish data quality, security, and access controls while delivering governed semantic models and dashboards that serve as a trusted source of enterprise reporting. Define best practices for data processes including ETL/ELT workflows, data storage strategies, and data cleansing practices to support analytics and business intelligence initiatives. Partner with leadership and technical teams to develop and execute a roadmap for enterprise data initiatives. Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization across the organization to streamline workflows and increase efficiency. Lead requirements analysis and review to understand the impact of changes to business processes and systems. Collaborate with development and technical services teams to support implementation and ongoing improvement of data solutions. Required Skills and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field or equivalent experience. 7+ years of experience designing and architecting enterprise data solutions, including implementation or modernization of data platforms. Experience architecting cloud-based data solutions across multiple technologies, including modern data warehouse platforms such as Snowflake. Strong experience working across multiple databases, data platforms, and integration technologies. Experience working with diverse data types including financial, marketing, and regulated data (e.g., PII, PCI, PHI). Demonstrated knowledge of database design patterns and structures used to support different analytical and operational use cases. Experience identifying operational challenges and implementing strategies to improve system performance and reliability. Service‑oriented mindset with a collaborative and positive approach. Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem‑solving skills. Demonstrated technical leadership and innovative problem‑solving ability. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to operate independently while also collaborating effectively within cross‑functional teams. Proven ability to lead change and drive organizational adoption of new technologies and processes. Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate multiple initiatives simultaneously. About Versique Versique: /ver‑seek/?adj.being both versatile and unique; n. a high‑performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions.? Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections. We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success. Versique is proud to be an award‑winning company, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest‑growing private companies and the Minneapolis‑St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal. Let’s find your people, together. Versique is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr