Data Architect

Delan Associates, Inc; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Delan Associates, Inc is seeking a Senior Enterprise Data Architect to design and implement BI and data management solutions. The role emphasizes MDM and DW technologies, with leadership under the Senior Manager for Enterprise Data Architecture.

The candidate should have strong SQL skills, experience with EDW/ODS/Data Marts, and proficiency in BI software and data integration technologies, enabling effective dashboards and analytics across complex datasets.

Qualifications

• SQL skills required for data querying and modeling.
• Experience creating metrics and dashboard analytics for BI.
• Strong business and technical communication skills (verbal & written).
• Analytical ability and creativity for solving complex problems on medium projects.
• Familiarity with enterprise BI software and data integration technologies.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design BI solutions for data and metadata access.
• Work with EDW, Data Mart, and ODS architectures.
• Model data using star/snowflake schemas and other dimensional methods.
• Develop DB solutions with OLAP and OLTP technologies.
• Create and maintain SDLC artifacts and technical docs.
• Lead design sessions and training with business users and IT.

Skills

SQL

Dashboard analytics

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis tools

Tools

ETL tools

BI software

Data integration technologies

OLAP/OLTP

Job description

Position Description

The Senior Enterprise Data Architect will be responsible for designing and implementing solutions within Business Intelligence and Data Management software and hardware to meet business requests. The ideal candidate should be able to create data solutions leveraging Master Data Management (MDM) and Data Warehouse (DW) technologies. This role will work under the direct leadership of the Senior Manager for Enterprise Data Architecture. Knowledge of industry-standard Business Intelligence software and Data Integration Management technologies is required.

General

Must be self-motivated and able to work independently while consistently meeting deadlines.

Strong business and technical verbal and written communication skills.

Experience creating metrics and dashboard analytics.

Strong working knowledge of different analysis tools and techniques.

Demonstrated analytical ability and creativity in developing and implementing solutions for complex problems on medium-sized projects.

Strong SQL skills.

Functions Performed

This individual may be asked to solely perform these functions or may choose to delegate some of these functions to other members of their team, per agreement with the Senior Manager for Enterprise Data Architecture. Ultimately, responsibility for ensuring that the functions are performed rests with this position.

General Functions/Responsibilities

Architect and design business intelligence solutions for accessing and analyzing data and metadata.

Experience with Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW), Data Mart, and Operational Data Store (ODS) architectures.

Expertise in data modeling, including star, snowflake, and other dimensional modeling techniques.

Experience architecting and developing database solutions using both OLAP and OLTP technologies.

Extensive experience in architecture, data modeling, design, development, data migration, and data integration throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

Participate in and/or lead design sessions, demonstrations, prototype sessions, testing, and training workshops with business users and IT associates.

Develop and maintain technical documentation.

Support business projects by providing Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge in Enterprise Data Management.