Principal Data Architect

WM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WM in Houston is seeking an experienced software engineer to design, develop, test, and debug complex applications, collaborating with Architects and analysts to align IT solutions with business goals.

The candidate will lead large projects, mentor peers, and drive advanced systems planning and implementation, delivering enterprise-scale software across multiple disciplines.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field; MS preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of relevant experience acceptable.
• 10+ years of software development experience beyond the education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Contributes strategic vision for applications and software development.
• Presents technical processes to executives and stakeholders.
• Leads highly complex development projects across multiple disciplines.
• Analyzes, codes, tests, and implements software with full competency.
• Oversees design and coding sessions; resolves design conflicts.
• Mentors peers and leads advanced systems planning and implementation.
• Coordinates with business analysts to determine requirements.

Skills

Software development

System analysis

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of relevant experience

Job description

I. Job Summary

Delivers technical expertise in design, development, coding, testing, and debugging new software or significant enhancements to existing software. Demonstrates broad knowledge of highly complex business processes and capabilities, conducts business process analysis, needs assessments, and leads / participates in design sessions with Architects to align information technology solutions with business initiatives, and undertakes projects requiring additional specialized technical expertise in software design and testing.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Contributes strategic vision and integrates a broad range of ideas regarding applications and software development.

• Presents technical processes effectively to all levels of the organization (including technical and non-technical audiences, Senior Leadership, VPs and the C-level executives).

• Undertakes the highly complex applications development projects involving multiple disciplines and may impact multiple facets of the business.

• Develops enterprise-level information technology solutions by analyzing, coding, testing, and implementing new and by modifying existing software applications with full competency.

• Oversees and leads design/coding sessions, develops solutions, and implements solutions. Articulates design and resolves technical/design conflicts as they occur.

• Oversees the coordination with business analysts and users to determine requirements.

• Leads and performs highly complex analyses of system requirements and of existing business processes and information systems.

• Works with customers and technical staff to resolve problems with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements.

• Oversees and reviews systems under development and related documentation.

• Participates in the development of software. Mentors and fosters growth of peers and team members.

• Leads advanced systems planning, scheduling and implementation.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (accredited), in computer science, MS, or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant experience

• 10+ years of previous experience in Software Development in (addition to education requirement)

B. Preferred Qualifications

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran