IT Data Architect Specialist

Allianz Technology; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(K) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Employee shares program

Employee discounts

Bonus scheme

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Allianz Technology seeks a hands-on Data Architect to shape the Allianz Data Platform. You will design scalable data solutions, migrate workloads to Azure, and guide teams on data integration while ensuring security and compliance.

You bring 8–10 years in data architecture, with expertise in Databricks, Azure, AWS, and data governance, and you will mentor junior staff within a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 8–10 years experience with five years as a Data Architect or similar role.
• Deep understanding of data architecture, modeling and platform frameworks.
• Proficiency with Azure, AWS and data platform engineering.
• Knowledge of data warehousing, data lake/lakehouse and data governance.
• Strong migration, privacy and security skills in data management.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Industry certifications in Databricks, Azure or AWS are desirable.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and metadata management.

Responsibilities

• Lead migration of data workloads from on-premises to MS Azure Cloud per cloud strategy.
• Design, build, test data architectures for large-scale storage and transfer with security.
• Guide cross-functional teams on data access and integration during transfers or updates.
• Develop data architectures that are scalable, secure and cost-effective.
• Advise customers and teams on data platform capabilities and implementation strategies.
• Create high-performing data services and troubleshoot data issues creatively.
• Collaborate with enterprise/area architects to meet business goals.
• Mentor junior architects and foster a culture of innovation.
• Document designs and maintain compliance with Allianz standards.
• Adhere to best practices in data management to drive efficiency.
• Vet providers and services for storage/compute and document SOPs.

Skills

Data modeling

Data governance

Data architecture

Data migration

Cloud experience

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Databricks

Microsoft Azure

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Job description

The Data & Analytics Platforms Team (DAP) develops and runs central platforms and data products, which enable the Allianz Operating Entities (OEs) to generate value from data & analytics at scale. The major offering is the Allianz Data Platform (ADP) - a PaaS offering -, which comprises necessary capabilities to store, transfer and analyze data, as well as running data & analytics products. In addition, ADP also serves capabilities for ML (ops) and GenAI / Agentic AI use cases.

The Data Architect (hands on) will be responsible to shape the future ADP data offering (evaluate, design and implement technical platform capabilities), spanning data storage, data modeling, data integration, and analytics enablement. Moreover, they will advice local implementation teams how to best apply platform capabilities for effective / efficient local application built / use case implementation.

The candidate should bring a deep understanding of data architecture (data modeling, data warehousing, and data governance), market leading data platform solutions (e.g. Databricks) and modern data engineering technologies.

What you do (Hands on Data architect)

• Lead the migration of data workloads and data stores from on-premises infrastructure to MS Azure Cloud, ensuring alignment with Allianz's cloud strategy.
• Design, build, and test data architectures in an enterprise setup to ensure efficient transfer and storage of large amounts of data, maintaining information accuracy and security during data transfers.
• Stay updated with developments in data management, data platforms, and data engineering, providing guidance to cross-functional teams on data access and data integration, especially during major transfers, updates, or changes.
• Develop and oversee data architecture designs that meet business requirements and strategic objectives. Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and cost-effective.
• Act as a thought leader and expert on data modeling, data integration, and Data Platform capabilities, advising customers and internal teams on the latest technology and valuable implementation strategies within Allianz.
• Leverage data and analytics capabilities to create high-performing data services within the existing landscape, troubleshooting and solving technical issues with creativity and prior knowledge.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with enterprise architects, area architects, and business requirement teams to ensure solutions meet business needs and strategic goals.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior architects and technical teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Serve as the Data architect subject-matter expert for the entire department, offering strategic insights and leadership.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Ensure thorough documentation of architecture designs and processes, maintaining compliance with Allianz standards and policies.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices in all processes, fostering innovation and efficiency in data management.

Value Proposition:

• Drive initiatives that enhance the value proposition of Allianz's data solutions, focusing on expanding service capabilities and integrating new functionalities.
• Vet data platform providers and third-party services to ensure high-quality offerings for storage, compute, and data processing, while creating standard operating procedures and policy documentation for data transfer and storage.

What you bring (Hands on Data architect)

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 8-10 years experience required with five years’ experience as a Data Architect or similar role.
• Deep understanding of data architecture concepts, data modeling techniques, and data platform frameworks, with proficiency in designing and implementing data solutions that align with business objectives using popular platforms like Azure, and AWS .
• Knowledge of data platform engineering, data warehousing, and data lake / lakehouse design, with experience using major cloud computing services such as Microsoft Azure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Ability to design scalable and robust enterprise architectures that integrate data pipelines and data technologies into existing systems, identifying integration points and ensuring interoperability with other enterprise applications, databases, and services.
• Strong data migration and data management skills, emphasizing data privacy and security, along with excellent problem-solving capabilities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate with cross-functional departments and teams.
• Relevant industry certifications, such as Databricks, Microsoft Azure, or AWS, are highly desirable; proficiency in English is required.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments.
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture and innovation strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Knowledge of data governance, data quality, and metadata management

Preferred business domain:

• Business knowledge of Life insurance domain

What we offer

• We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working
• We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes health insurance, company bonus scheme, 401(K) with company match, company paid holidays, paid time off, paid volunteer days, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, an employee shares program and employee discounts From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered.
• The annualized base pay range for this role is $110,000 - 150,000. The annual base salary range represents a nationwide market range. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role, and the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate. The base pay is just one component of the ATA total compensation package. As part of our comprehensive compensation and highly rated benefits programs, ATA also offers eligibility for an incentive-based annual bonus.

About Allianz Technology

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges is what makes us a unique employer.

We are united by a shared commitment: to put our customers first and at the centre of everything we do. Their needs inspire our thinking and guide our actions.

Together, we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and confident to explore, grow and shape a better future – for our customers and for the world around us. At Allianz, we stand for unity: we believe that a united world is a more prosperous world, and we are dedicated to consistently advocating for equal opportunities for all. The foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and where integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust are at the heart of our culture.

We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.