Sr. Data Architect

Senior Data ArchitectWe are seeking an experienced Senior Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-scale Data Lake, Data Analytics, and Data Strategy solutions. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in data architecture and a strong background in developing technology roadmaps, architecture frameworks, and mission-critical data platforms using Databricks and/or AWS.This role will work closely with business and technology stakeholders to establish a strategic data architecture roadmap, develop reporting and analytics products, and create implementation frameworks to support multiple program workstreams.Key ResponsibilitiesElicit and analyze data-related business goals, requirements, and objectives from key stakeholders.Establish and maintain a comprehensive data architecture roadmap for the program.Design and implement a scalable Data Lake and Analytics Reference Architecture.Manage and oversee the data implementation plan across the three primary IES workstreams.Develop reporting and analytics products to support business and operational needs.Create an implementation framework that enables multiple workstreams to effectively utilize data products and services.Develop end-to-end data solutions from requirements gathering through implementation, deployment, and post-production support.Create detailed architecture documentation, including data models, architecture diagrams, technical specifications, and standards.Develop technology roadmaps and project implementation plans aligned with business objectives.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, business stakeholders, architects, engineers, and leadership to ensure successful delivery.Provide technical leadership and guidance on enterprise data architecture, analytics, and data platform best practices.Required Qualifications10+ years of experience in Data Architecture, Data Engineering, Data Lake, Data Analytics, or Data Strategy.Strong experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale data solutions.Proven experience gathering business requirements and translating them into scalable technical and data architectures.Experience developing technology roadmaps, implementation strategies, and project plans.Strong expertise in creating detailed architecture documentation, models, diagrams, and technical specifications.Hands-on experience implementing mission-critical data systems using Databricks and/or AWS.Strong understanding of Data Lakes, Data Warehousing, Data Analytics, and modern cloud data architectures.Experience delivering data solutions from initial requirements gathering through post-production operations and support.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, presentation, and technical writing skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience working with large-scale government, public sector, or enterprise data programs.Experience with modern cloud data platforms and analytics ecosystems.Knowledge of data governance, data quality, metadata management, and data security.Experience designing enterprise reporting and analytics solutions.Experience leading or supporting multiple concurrent data implementation workstreams.Strong understanding of data architecture frameworks and best practices.