Data Architect

Fleetpride; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

FleetPride seeks an Enterprise Data Architecture & Cloud Strategy Architect to lead modern data platforms across On-Prem, Azure, and Fabric. Define standards, reusable patterns, roadmaps, and modernization strategies, while driving cloud adoption with a focus on resiliency and business alignment.

Responsibilities include consolidating data across post-merger environments, integrating ERP/CRM systems into unified Lakehouse architectures, and guiding governance, security, and observability across

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years in enterprise data architecture and cloud analytics.
• Expertise with ADF, Azure SQL, Synapse, and ADLS Gen2.
• Strong SQL Server, DB2, NoSQL (Cosmos DB) experience and performance tuning.

Responsibilities

• Define architectural standards, reusable patterns, roadmaps, and modernization strategies.
• Lead scalable ingestion, storage, transformation, and modeling frameworks.

Skills

Data architecture

Cloud analytics

Data modeling

ETL/ELT design

SQL performance

Tools

ADF

Azure Synapse

Azure SQL

DB2

Cosmos DB

Databricks

Python

Terraform

ARM/Bicep

Job description

FleetPride is the largest after‑market distributor of heavy‑duty truck and trailer parts in the U.S. with some of the best and brightest people in the business!

Enterprise Data Architecture & Cloud Strategy Architect

modern enterprise data platforms across On‑Prem, Azure, and Fabric ecosystems. Define architectural standards, reusable patterns, roadmaps, and modernization strategies. Lead scalable ingestion, storage, transformation, and modeling frameworks. Drive cloud adoption with a focus on resiliency, standardization, and business alignment.

Strategic Architecture & Enterprise Responsibilities

Post‑Merger Data Integration & Platform Consolidation Consolidate data environments, pipelines, and models across acquired companies. Integrate ERP, CRM, and operational systems into unified Lake/Lakehouse architectures. Establish reusable ingestion and onboarding frameworks for future acquisitions. Standardize canonical models and reduce duplicated or conflicting data assets.

Enterprise Lakehouse Architecture (Azure + Microsoft Fabric)

Design and operate Lakehouse architectures following Bronze/Silver/Gold patterns. Govern Fabric workspaces, Lakehouses, Pipelines, and semantic models. Define and maintain enterprise KPI frameworks and shared semantic layers. Ensure strong lineage, data quality, and operational observability.

Master Data Management (MDM) & Canonical Entity Design

Define canonical entities (Customer, Product, Vendor, Location, etc.). Implement pragmatic MDM‑lite or hybrid models that scale without unnecessary overhead. Resolve identity conflicts, hierarchy mismatches, and attribute drift across systems. Establish metadata, stewardship roles, and entity lifecycle governance.

Data Governance, Security & Compliance

Architect scalable governance models supporting acquisitions and enterprise growth. Implement domain isolation, RLS/CLS, data certification, and metadata standards. Ensure compliance with SOX, privacy, and corporate data security policies. Partner with security teams to enforce consistent controls across platforms.

Platform Ownership & Operational Leadership (Repositioned after Strategic responsibilities for better narrative flow.)

BI Platform Administration

Oversee Power BI, Fabric, and on‑prem BI platforms. Govern workspace hierarchy, capacity usage, semantic models, and performance. Ensure reliability, scalability, and governed data access.

SQL & DB2 DBA Leadership

Provide direction to SQL Server and DB2 DBAs for performance, HA/DR, and maintenance. Govern schema lifecycle, environment consistency, and change management. Support DB2 and legacy system modernization and migration strategies.

Production Deployments & DevOps

Govern CI/CD and deployment pipelines across On‑Prem, Azure, and Fabric. Standardize automation, approvals, versioning, rollback, and SDLC practices. Manage deployments for ADF, Logic Apps, Azure SQL/Synapse, Cosmos DB, and Fabric.

Observability, Monitoring & Orchestration

Architect end‑to‑end observability using New Relic. Implement dashboards, telemetry, alerting, and workload reliability standards. Govern enterprise scheduling and orchestration using Control‑M. Drive proactive monitoring across pipelines, databases, and Fabric workloads.

Cross‑Functional Leadership

Provide architectural leadership and direction across data engineering, BI, and DBA teams to ensure alignment with enterprise data strategy. Lead decision‑making on data platform patterns, governance standards, and modernization initiatives. Mentor technical teams and drive adoption of best practices in cloud data engineering, DevOps, and Lakehouse architecture.

Technical Qualifications Required

12–15+ years in enterprise data architecture and cloud analytics. Expertise in data modeling, schema design, and large‑scale data systems. Advanced hands‑on experience with ADF, Azure SQL, Synapse, and ADLS Gen2. Strong SQL Server background with performance tuning expertise. Experience with DB2/iSeries data structures and migration. Familiarity with Cosmos DB/NoSQL and Databricks/PySpark. Preferred Azure DevOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure‑as‑Code (ARM/Bicep/Terraform). Azure Entra ID and least‑privilege security architecture. Azure cost governance and optimization. Strong experience with Microsoft Fabric.

FleetPride is the leader in the industry comprised of retail, service, distribution and wholesale divisions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Headquartered in Irving, TX, FleetPride is the nation’s largest distributor of heavy duty parts and service in the independent heavy duty aftermarket.

FleetPride’s sophisticated network of over 450 locations, more than 110 service centers, and six distribution centers ensures customers get the parts and services they need, when and where they need them.

We also offer heavy duty expertise with some of the best and brightest people in the industry.

FleetPride offers career opportunities for self‑motivated professionals and now boasts more than 5,500 experts who are empowered and driven to create tailored solutions and solve problems for each customer’s unique needs.