Principal Data Architect

Genpact Ltd.; Village of Pelham (NY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Genpact is seeking a Principal Data Architect to drive data strategy, design big data pipelines, and lead data governance initiatives across the organization. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to model data, improve quality, and ensure scalable performance for large datasets.

You will mentor data engineering teams, stay current with industry trends, and evaluate emerging technologies within Genpact's AI Gigafactory framework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics).
• Experience designing data architectures for large-scale data environments.
• Proven ability to lead data governance and data management initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data architecture strategies to support business goals.
• Lead the design and implementation of big data solutions and data pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design data models.
• Ensure data quality and integrity through data governance and data management best practices.
• Optimize data storage, processing, and retrieval performance for large-scale data sets.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and tools for big data processing and analytics.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to data engineering teams.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in big data technologies and architectures.

Skills

Data Engineering

Cloud Computing

Databricks Platform

Big Data Processing

Education

Bachelors - Business Analytics

Bachelors - Computer Science

Bachelors - Statistics

Masters - Data Science

Tools

Databricks Platform

Azure Data Engineer

Job description

Principal Data Architect Ready to turn bold ideas into real-world impact? At Genpact, we don’t just adapt to change, we lead it. AI and digital innovation are transforming the way businesses work, and we’re at the forefront of it. Genpact’s AI Gigafactory, our industry-first accelerator, exemplifies how we scale advanced technology solutions to help global enterprises work smarter, grow faster, and transform at scale. Whether tackling complex challenges through large-scale models or agentic AI, our breakthrough solutions tackle companies’ most complex challenges. If you thrive in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment, love building and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions, and want to push the boundaries of what’s possible, this is your moment. Genpact (NYSE: G) is an agentic and advanced technology solutions company. We leverage process intelligence and artificial intelligence to deliver measurable outcomes. With a strong partner ecosystem and decades of client trust, we provide innovative solutions that transform how businesses run. Powered by a team with an active learning mindset and client centricity at its core, we deliver lasting value for the world’s leading enterprises. Get to know us at genpact.com and on LinkedIn, YouTube, X, and Facebook.

Job Description Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement data architecture strategies to support business goals.
2. Lead the design and implementation of big data solutions and data pipelines.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design data models.
4. Ensure data quality and integrity through data governance and data management best practices.
5. Optimize data storage, processing, and retrieval performance for large-scale data sets.
6. Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and tools for big data processing and analytics.
7. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to data engineering teams.
8. Stay current with industry trends and best practices in big data technologies and architectures.

Qualifications

Bachelors - Business Analytics, Bachelors - Computer Science, Bachelors - Statistics, Masters - Data Science Certifications Certified Data Management Professional - RiversandRiversand, Databricks Certified Associate Developer for Apache Spark 3.0 - Databricks AcademyDatabricks Academy, Databricks Certified Associate Developer for Apache Spark - Databricks AcademyDatabricks Academy, Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate - MicrosoftMicrosoft, Oracle Database 12c Certified Implementation Specialist - OracleOracle

Required Skills

Accounts Payable Process, Accounts Payable Process, Accounts Receivable (AR), Aerospace Manufacturing, Agile Methodology, Automotive Manufacturing, Banking Capital Markets, Change Management, Claims Management, Client Relations, Cloud Computing, Collaboration Tools, Commercial Excellence, Commercial Modeling, Computer Vision, Consumer Electronics, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), Databricks Platform, Data Engineering, Design Thinking, Electronic Hardware, Entertainment Journalism, Executive Presence, Healthcare Payors, Inclusion {+ 28 more}

Language

English (Required) Language Proficiency - Proficient - C2 Additional Job Location - Job Type Regular Master Skill List - Data Engineering Remote Type - Hybrid Work Shift - Day Job (United States of America)

Compensation

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position is: 165,300 to 235,000 USD. Los Angeles California-based candidates are not eligible for this role.

Why join Genpact?

• Lead AI-powered transformation – Drive innovation and solve real-world business challenges that matter
• Make an impact – Help global enterprises solve business challenges that matter
• Accelerate your career – Gain hands‑on experience, mentorship, and world‑class learning opportunities to stay ahead
• Work with the best – Join 140,000+ bold thinkers and problem-solvers who push boundaries every day
• Thrive in a values-driven culture – Our courage, curiosity, and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress

Equal Opportunity & Non‑Discrimination

Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Genpact is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

Furthermore, please do note that Genpact does not charge fees to process job applications and applicants are not required to pay to participate in our hiring process in any other way. Examples of such scams include purchasing a 'starter kit,' paying to apply, or purchasing equipment or training. We’re an agentic and advanced technology solutions company that runs mission‑critical operations for the world’s leading companies, while building and deploying the agentic products and technology that power those operations.

Our teams bring deep expertise to shape what AI can do and change how businesses actually run. Join us to build the career you want — and be on it because you’ll be in it. At Genpact, your expertise grows because you're inside the work. Whether you build AI systems or bring deep knowledge of how businesses run, you'll work on real challenges that change the world’s leading companies operate. There's a lot to learn here, and room to grow. Genpact never asks applicants to pay to be part of our hiring process. If you get an email asking you purchase a starter kit, equipment, or training, or pay to apply for a job, please assume this is a scam.