Data Architect

Zennify; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a hands-on Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of innovative, scalable data solutions for clients in the financial services sector. This role requires deep expertise in Salesforce Financial Services Cloud and modern data architectures, along with strong leadership skills to guide technical teams and influence client strategies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, focusing on building client relationships and defining data strategies that align with business objectives. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to drive impactful solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Pawreavement & Pawternity Leave

Flexible Work Hours

Health Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in designing enterprise-scale data solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce FSC and financial services data models.
• Strong background in database development and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable data solutions for clients.
• Assess legacy systems for alignment with Salesforce FSC.
• Mentor teams and promote best practices in data architecture.

Skills

Salesforce Financial Services Cloud (FSC)

Data Modeling

ETL/ELT

SQL

Python

Data Governance

Data Integration

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Certifications in Salesforce or Data Architecture

Tools

Databricks

Talend

Informatica

Azure Data Factory

Apache Kafka

Job description

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We're seeking a hands-on Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable, cloud-based data solutions for clients in the financial services industry. This role combines deep expertise in legacy banking systems, Salesforce Financial Services Cloud (FSC), and modern data architectures (Data Lakes, Lakehouses, and Mesh) with the ability to guide technical teams and influence client strategy. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of architecture, integration, and delivery, and excels in building client relationships via defining and directing data strategies that align with the client's business objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assess legacy core banking systems and data sources for alignment with Salesforce Financial Services Cloud (FSC), focusing on data structure, quality, and mapping readiness.
• Identify and map key data entities (e.g., accounts, transactions, households) to Salesforce FSC standard and custom objects.
• Architect modern data solutions across Data Lakes, Warehouses, and Mesh architectures using platforms such as Azure, AWS, Snowflake, and Databricks.
• Design and implement scalable ingestion pipelines and transformation workflows leveraging batch, streaming, and API-based strategies.
• Lead technical implementation across data verticals, including ETL/ELT, Data Lakes, Warehouses, and distributed data products.
• Apply Data Mesh principles to promote domain-oriented ownership, decentralized data architecture, and self-service analytics.
• Ensure data strategies address integration readiness, scalability, data cleanliness, performance optimization, governance, and long-term sustainability.
• Develop data models using best practices such as dimensional modeling, third normal form (3NF), and Data Vault methodologies.
• Integrate metadata management and data lineage tools to enable traceability, discoverability, and regulatory compliance.
• Design for data observability, incorporating monitoring, logging, and alerting to maintain data pipeline reliability and quality.
• Contribute to enterprise data governance frameworks, including master data management (MDM), change data capture (CDC), security, and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Collaborate with delivery and sales teams to scope engagements, define technical solutions, and articulate architectural value to clients.
• Mentor technical teams and evangelize best practices in data architecture, engineering, and deployment across cross-functional teams.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years designing and delivering enterprise-scale data solutions in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Hands-on experience with Salesforce FSC data architecture and financial services data models.
• Proficiency in data modeling, integration design, and working with large-scale enterprise systems.
• Experience with data platforms specifically Databricks, and tools like Talend, Informatica, SSIS.
• Strong background in database development (SQL, T-SQL, PL/SQL, etc.) and scripting (Python, TypeScript, etc).
• Familiarity with real-time data frameworks (e.g., Apache Kafka, Spark) and orchestration tools (e.g., Azure Data Factory).
• Understanding of data governance and compliance (e.g., data quality, regulatory needs in banking).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders in a consultative capacity.
• Experience in client-facing consulting engagements, ideally in the financial services or banking domain.
• Remote position with up to 30% travel based on client needs.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications or hands-on experience with Databricks, or Salesforce.
• Experience designing AI/ML data pipelines or supporting advanced analytics use cases.
• Familiarity with Salesforce data migrations and multi-system integrations.
• Prior experience in Agile environments or delivery leadership roles.
  
  

Qualities of the Ideal Candidate

• Thrives in a team-based, high energy and fast-paced environment
• Service-oriented and innately driven to produce outstanding customer satisfaction and results
• Passion for discovering, learning about and implementing new technologies
• Analytical and able to logically and methodically work through problems
• Strong aptitude for prioritization and multitasking in a deadline-driven environment
• Possess a sense of urgency with strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Demonstrates the following leadership skills:
• Sets deadlines for project team members
• Assigns responsibilities and directs the work of project team members
• Mentor, train and guide team members
• Monitors progress
• Coaches and mentors
• Escalates when necessary
• Analyzes/Identifies areas of risk and develops plans to minimize risk
  

The full compensation package is based on candidate's experience and certifications.

Zennify pay range

$140,000—$180,000 USD

Pay Transparency

We believe that pay transparency helps to foster trust and open communication between employers and employees. It allows our team members to have a clear understanding of their earning potential and the expectations associated with their roles. We also believe that pay transparency promotes fairness, as everyone is compensated based on their experience and skills, regardless of factors such as gender, race, or ethnicity. We recognize that the skills and experience of our candidates may vary, and we are committed to compensating them accordingly. As such, we will evaluate each candidate's qualifications, experience, and performance to determine the appropriate compensation within the stated salary range. We hope that this transparent approach to compensation will provide our potential candidates with the information they need to make informed decisions about their career paths.

This is what we mean when we say we're the Sum of Our Parts

We understand that everyone comes to the table with their own special histories, perspectives, opinions, backgrounds, and cultures. Here at Zennify, we believe that all of those distinctive individual aspects of our employees are precisely what makes Zennify a great place to work. We want to see you for who you are, so please bring your whole self to the interview process with us. In fact, here are some unique benefits that we offer as a direct result of our amazing employees:

Pawreavement & Pawternity Leave: Two days off of work if you bring a new furry friend home, and two days off of work if you have to say goodbye to one. We take our pets very seriously at Zennify, so it's important to us to represent our entire family in the benefits we offer!

Unlimited PTO: Because we want you to be a human being first and an employee second!

We cannot wait to meet you!

About Us

Founded in 2013, Zennify is a Platinum Salesforce consulting partner focused in Financial Services, Health and Life Sciences, and other key industries that prioritize the customer experience. With consistently high Customer Satisfaction scores, we live to provide epic solutions that solve our customers' challenges, and exceed expectations! Our commitment to People Development and Customer Success are the driving forces behind our firm.Our purpose is to provide opportunities for professionals to develop amazing careers that drive compelling business impact. We promote and grow from within, building on strengths and investing in development.Balancing industry-leading Salesforce technical expertise with clear purpose and line of sight to our client's business objectives, we deliver innovative and contextual solutions that scale. Zennify's mission is to be problem solvers and relationship builders, striving to create solutions, opportunities, and sustained success for our people, customers, community, and future generations. We aspire to be the most trusted, impactful, and inspirational advisor in the consulting ecosystem. As professionals, we put in the work and are committed to milestones, but at Zennify having fun and giving back are part of the journey. We offer a culture that inspires, a place people love coming to work and believe in open communication. It's all part of the Zenn!

Our Values: Inspire Passion, Embrace Equality, Be Authentic, Integrity Matters.

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It is the policy of Zennify to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company-sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity, or age limitations will be adhered to by the company where appropriate.

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