Data Platform Architect

Accenture-Federal-Services-2; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 132,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services is seeking a Data Platform Architect to design and integrate forward-leaning engineering solutions for federal clients. You will lead analyses, drive target-state platform discovery, and shape rollout roadmaps across three domains, delivering AI/ML integration plans.

The role requires hands-on experience transforming raw data into structured, actionable insights, plus a track record of integrating AI/ML solutions for government agencies. Active TS/SCI is required.

Qualifications

• AoA analyses to inform target-state platform decisions.
• Prototype AI integrations to minimize future rework.
• Experience shaping enterprise data platforms and governance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AoA to inform target-state platform decisions.
• Lead target-state discovery initiatives for client platform.
• Develop and manage rollout roadmaps for three domains.
• Create and execute AI/ML technical integration plans.
• Implement data governance and data quality frameworks.
• Develop data quality scoring methodologies and AI catalog summarization processes.

Skills

AI/ML integration

Data transformation

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people.Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

Job Description:

We are seeking a Data Platform Architect to design and integrate forward‑leaning engineering solutions for our clients.

Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) to inform target‑state platform decisions - Prototype safe, high‑value AI integrations to minimize future rework
• Lead target‑state discovery initiatives for client platform
• Develop and manage rollout roadmaps for the three domains
• Create and execute AI/ML technical integration plans
• Implement data governance and data quality frameworks
• Develop data quality scoring methodologies and AI catalog summarization processes

Here’s What You Need:

• Experience integrating AI/ML solutions to federal clients
• Experience with hands on transformation of raw data into structured, actionable solutions

Nice to have:

• Experience conducting an Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) and designing enterprise platform integrations.
• Experience with cross domain integration and deployment
• Security+
• CASP

Security Clearance:

An active TS/SCI is required

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on‑going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$131,800 - $165,100 USD

What We Believe

As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of theAccenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement.

Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affir

Other Employment Statements

Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here for additional important information.