Data & Analytics Lead Architech

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Health Systems in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Data & Analytics Architect to define and manage the enterprise data architecture enabling scalable analytics, reporting, and AI across the organization.

The role ensures a governed, federated data ecosystem aligned to business priorities, partnering with IT, clinical, operational, and finance leaders to translate needs into modern data solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Architect with NoSQL/SQL, Hadoop, Spark, Oracle, SQL Server, and Microsoft Fabric Data Lake
• Experience in healthcare strongly preferred (EHR, claims, revenue cycle, etc.)
• Strong expertise in data modeling, database design, ETL processes, and data warehouse architecture
• Direct experience with AWS and Azure for deploying scalable data solutions
• Experience in Agile environments with analytics projects on large datasets (Big Data) and Hadoop

Skills

Java

Python

Bash

Linked data concepts

Governance frameworks

Business-IT alignment

Solution design

Stakeholder engagement

Systems thinking

Pragmatic decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, engineering, or related field

Job description

This person partners closely with IT, clinical, operational, and finance leaders to translate business needs into a modern, sustainable data platform.

JOB SUMMARY

The Data & Analytics Architect is responsible for defining and managing the enterprise data architecture that enables scalable analytics, reporting, and AI across the organization. This role ensures our data ecosystem is integrated, governed, and aligned to business priorities, while supporting a federated (hub-and-spoke) operating model.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Experience:
  • Proven experience as a Data Architect or similar role with extensive knowledge of NoSQL, SQL, Hadoop, Spark, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and Microsoft Fabric Data Lake
  • Experience in healthcare strongly preferred (EHR, claims, revenue cycle, etc.)
  • Strong expertise in data modeling, database design, ETL processes, and data warehouse architecture
  • Direct experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure for deploying scalable data solutions
  • Experience working within Agile development environments with a focus on analytics projects involving large datasets (Big Data) and distributed computing frameworks like Hadoop
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, engineering, or related field
• Licensure & Certifications:
  • None
• SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • Familiarity with programming languages including Java, Python, and scripting with Bash (Unix shell)
  • Knowledge of linked data concepts and experience integrating diverse datasets for advanced analytics applications is a plus
  • This position offers an engaging environment where innovative thinking is valued, and the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping our organization’s data strategy through advanced architecture solutions
  • Familiarity with governance frameworks and federated data models
  • Ability to translate business strategy into technical architecture
  • Ability to guide solution design and architecture to meet business needs
  • Strong stakeholder engagement (can work across clinical, operational, and IT teams)
  • Systems thinker—can connect data, workflows, and outcomes
  • Pragmatic decision-maker (not over-engineering solutions)
• WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
  • Title of position(s) supervised: N/A