Chief Data Architect

Vichara Technologies, Inc.; Town of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the financial services sector is seeking a seasoned Data Architect to lead their data reporting initiatives. This role involves establishing a strategic vision for data architecture while ensuring high data quality and governance across the organization. You will collaborate with various teams to deliver high-quality data repositories and drive self-service reporting solutions. With a focus on cutting-edge technologies and analytics, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values innovation and excellence in data management!

Qualifications

• 10+ years in technology within financial services, leading data projects.
• Proficient in SQL and data analysis tools, excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish data reporting architecture and ensure data accuracy.
• Lead a team of developers and analysts, implementing best practices.

Skills

Data Analysis

SQL

Data Management

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Bachelor's in Data Science

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Alteryx

Job description

Vichara is a Financial Services focused products and services firm headquartered in NY and building systems for some of the largest i-banks and hedge funds in the world.

Job Description

• Establish a long-term data reporting architecture vision, strategy, and technical roadmap with a deep understanding of DoubleLine’s data pipelines across service providers and vendors.
• Establish trust and confidence in data accuracy across the firm by ensuring high data quality, governance and traceability, as well as establishing adoption through education, training, and documentation.
• Provide analysis and oversight of data needs for new business activities and system integrations, working closely with Database Development to ensure data accuracy.
• Collaborate with the Head of Data Management, Risk Analytics, and Database Development to deliver high-quality data repositories (e.g., warehouse, lakehouse).
• Deliver solutions for self-service reporting by utilizing curated data sets and models.
• Utilize knowledge of data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Alteryx), cloud technologies, enterprise software, API integration, and UX solutions for reporting and dashboards.
• Participate in quick proof-of-concepts of advanced analytics, predictive analytics, machine learning, scenario analysis, and historical regression testing where business value is confirmed.
• Lead a team of 5-10 developers and analysts, ensuring best practices in all data technologies and operations.
• Troubleshoot, solve problems and provide hands-on leadership during challenging periods.
• Stay updated on new data technologies, industry trends, and technology trends to bring innovative ideas to the firm

Qualifications

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, MIS, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years working in technology, within the financial services industry (preferably asset management) and at least 5 years leading significant data projects.
• Experience with fixed income investments.
• Proven track record in defining and establishing enterprise data management strategies and implementing data solutions and technology platforms.
• Proficient with SQL and data analysis tools.
• Proficient in multi-stakeholder relationship management.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.