Data Modeler

Synechron, Inc._USA Company; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Parental leave

Insurance plan

Retirement plan

Education policy

Commuter benefits

Udemy for Business

Coaching

Challenging projects

Flat structure

Global culture

Job summary

Synechron is seeking an experienced Data Modeler to design, develop, and maintain enterprise data models for analytics and data warehouses. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, data architects, ETL developers, DBAs, and analytics teams to ensure scalable, compliant structures and robust data governance.

The role requires strong SQL, relational database knowledge, and hands-on use of Erwin/ER/Studio/PowerDesigner.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Data Modeling and Data Architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models for enterprise applications and data warehouses.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into effective data structures.
• Create and maintain data dictionaries, metadata, data lineage, and data governance documentation.
• Develop dimensional models including Star and Snowflake schemas for reporting and analytics.
• Collaborate with data architects, ETL developers, DBAs, and business teams.
• Perform data profiling, data quality assessments, and data validation.
• Optimize database performance through efficient data modeling techniques.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and regulatory standards.
• Support data migration, integration, and modernization initiatives.
• Review and recommend improvements to existing data models and database designs.

Skills

Data Modeling

Data Architecture

SQL

ETL

Data Warehousing

Data Governance

Data Lineage

Cloud Platforms

Agile/Scrum

Communication

Tools

Erwin

ER/Studio

PowerDesigner

SQL Server

Snowflake

Oracle

PostgreSQL

Teradata

DB2

Job description

We are At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced Data Modeler to design, develop, and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models that support enterprise data initiatives. The ideal candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, data architects, ETL developers, and analytics teams to ensure data structures are scalable, efficient, and aligned with business requirements.

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $95k - $100k/year & benefits (see below).

Role Responsibilities

• Design and develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models for enterprise applications and data warehouses.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into effective data structures.
• Create and maintain data dictionaries, metadata, data lineage, and data governance documentation.
• Develop dimensional models including Star and Snowflake schemas for reporting and analytics.
• Collaborate with data architects, ETL developers, DBAs, and business teams.
• Perform data profiling, data quality assessments, and data validation.
• Optimize database performance through efficient data modeling techniques.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and regulatory standards.
• Support data migration, integration, and modernization initiatives.
• Review and recommend improvements to existing data models and database designs.

Requirements

• Strong experience in Data Modeling and Data Architecture.
• Hands‑on experience with Erwin, ER/Studio, PowerDesigner, or similar data modeling tools.
• Expertise in SQL and relational database concepts.
• Experience with databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Snowflake, Teradata, or DB2.
• Strong understanding of Data Warehousing, ETL processes, and dimensional modeling.
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and data lineage concepts.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Preferred, but not required: Experience with Big Data technologies and modern data platforms.
• Knowledge of Data Vault modeling techniques.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Certification in data management or cloud technologies is a plus.

We offer

• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On‑demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellence (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier‑one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun‑loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all.

We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company.

We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply.

We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.