Remote Data Scientist: Data Mapping & Architecture

ECS; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS is seeking a Data Scientist to work remotely, bridging data science and data architecture. You will map data sources and relationships, build and maintain a company-wide data dictionary, and support the Enterprise Architect in applying policy, standards, and business logic to the overall data framework.

Key responsibilities include data mapping, data dictionary development, architecture support, data quality assessment, and governance collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience with data mapping and data lineage tools and techniques.
• Strong skills in building and maintaining a data dictionary or metadata repository.
• Solid understanding of data modeling concepts (entities, relationships, schemas).
• Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (Python preferred).
• Experience working with large, multi-source datasets (databases, APIs, flat files, etc.).
• Ability to interpret business logic and policy and translate it into clear data definitions.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Data Mapping: Identify, trace, and document data flows across systems including transformations and ownership.
• Data Dictionary Development: Build and maintain a comprehensive data dictionary with field meanings, sources, and context.
• Architecture Support: Translate mapping and dictionary findings into technical architecture with Enterprise Architect.
• Data Quality & Standards: Analyze data for consistency and accuracy; flag gaps and recommend standardization.
• Business Logic Validation: Confirm stakeholder-defined rules match actual data usage.
• Governance Collaboration: Align dictionary and mapping work with policy and access control needs.
• Documentation & Reporting: Create clear documentation and mapping reports for technical and non-technical teams.

Skills

Data mapping

Data lineage

Data dictionary

SQL

Python

Data modeling

Large multi-source datasets

Business logic

Tools

Databricks

Delta Lake

Collibra

Alation

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

ECS is seeking a Data Scientist to work remotely, bridging data science and data architecture. You will map data sources and relationships, build and maintain a company-wide data dictionary, and support the Enterprise Architect in applying policy, standards, and business logic to the overall data framework.

Key responsibilities include data mapping, data dictionary development, architecture support, data quality assessment, and governance collaboration.