Associate Principal - Architecture

Data Architect

A Data Architect is responsible for designing, creating, deploying, and managing an organization's data architecture. Play a crucial role in helping organizations to store, retrieve, and analyze data effectively. Below is a detailed job description highlighting the key responsibilities, qualifications, skills, and necessary experience for a Data Architect position.

Key Responsibilities

Data Architecture Design

• Develop and implement data architecture models including logical and physical models
• Design database systems that are efficient, scalable, and secure
• Establish guidelines and standards for data management and governance

Systems Integration

• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate data across various platforms, applications, and services
• Ensure compatibility and the efficient flow of information between systems

Data Modeling

• Create data models that support strategic initiatives ensuring data is consistent, high-quality, and accurate
• Conduct data analysis and profiling to discover data quality issues

Performance Monitoring

• Monitor data systems performance and implement necessary improvements

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with application developers, business analysts, and data engineers to understand data requirements and translate them into architectural solutions
• Present architecture designs and solutions to stakeholders providing clear and concise explanations

Documentation

• Maintain detailed documentation of data architecture including data models, databases, and systems integration workflows
• Ensure that documentation is accessible and updated as necessary

Skills

Technical Skills

• Proficient in data modeling tools and techniques
• Good experience with Snowflake, SQL, Control M
• Knowledge of data warehousing and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes

Analytical Skills

• Strong analytical skills with an ability to solve complex problems and make decisions based on data analysis

Communication Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills particularly in explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders