Remote Principal Data Architect: Data Mesh & AI Readiness

LifeWay Christian Resources; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

Vacation and sick time

401(k) plan

Maternity and paternity leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

LifeWay Christian Resources is seeking a Principal Data Architect to lead the design and governance of their enterprise data landscape. This remote role emphasizes both technical expertise and strategic leadership in support of a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities include defining the data architecture roadmap and overseeing data integration patterns. Candidates should have a strong background in data engineering and architecture, with at least 10 years of experience. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data engineering, software development, or data architecture.
• 5+ years in a senior data architecture role with enterprise-scale data programs.
• Proven experience with data warehousing strategies and Data Mesh architecture.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the enterprise data architecture roadmap.
• Lead the design and evolution of data platforms.
• Architect enterprise data integration patterns.

Skills

Data warehousing strategies

Data Mesh architecture

ETL/ELT design

Enterprise integration platforms

Cloud data platforms

Programming in Python, SQL, Scala, or Java

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

LifeWay Christian Resources is seeking a Principal Data Architect to lead the design and governance of their enterprise data landscape. This remote role emphasizes both technical expertise and strategic leadership in support of a mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities include defining the data architecture roadmap and overseeing data integration patterns. Candidates should have a strong background in data engineering and architecture, with at least 10 years of experience. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and a 401(k) plan.