Senior Architect Data Management

jeffersonhealth; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health seeks a Senior Data Architect to lead the design and governance of enterprise data ecosystems. You will define data management strategies, standards, and policies to ensure data integrity, compliance, and scalable solutions across the organization.

You will oversee modern data platforms, guide teams in implementing advanced tools, and partner with executives to translate complex requirements into actionable architectures for informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field such as Business, CS, Finance, or Information Systems
• 7+ years of experience in data architecture or solution design within BI, analytics, or data engineering with hands-on DAX/SQL + Python or Spark
• Ability to translate complex business processes into data architecture concepts
• Advanced knowledge of BI applications and data modeling concepts
• Proficiency in SQL, ETL design, and data integration patterns
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Fabric and Azure data services
• Experience with dimensional modeling and ELT/ETL pipelines; familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps for data platforms
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, secure data solutions using Microsoft Fabric components (OneLake, Data Factory, Power BI, Synapse)
• Develop and maintain data models, pipelines, and semantic layers to support analytics
• Lead modernization initiatives, including migration to Fabric
• Collaborate with data analysts and engineers to translate business needs into architecture blueprints
• Ensure data governance, quality, and security across projects
• Conduct performance tuning and cost optimization for data workflows and reports
• Mentor architects and engineers; contribute to architectural reviews and standards

Skills

DAX

SQL

Python

Spark

Data modeling

ETL design

CI/CD

DevOps

BI concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Azure data services

Power BI

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition

1

Job Details

This position provides strategic leadership in the design and governance of enterprise data ecosystems. They define and drive data management strategies, policies, and standards to ensure data integrity, compliance, and optimal use across the organization. This role oversees the implementation of advanced tools and technologies, guiding teams in building scalable, secure, and integrated data solutions. Partnering with executives and stakeholders, the senior architect translates complex data requirements into actionable frameworks that enable innovation and informed decision-making.

Job Description

Summary

This position provides strategic leadership in the design and governance of enterprise data ecosystems. They define and drive data management strategies, policies, and standards to ensure data integrity, compliance, and optimal use across the organization. This role oversees the implementation of advanced tools and technologies, guiding teams in building scalable, secure, and integrated data solutions. Partnering with executives and stakeholders, the senior architect translates complex data requirements into actionable frameworks that enable innovation and informed decision-making.

Job Duties

• Design scalable and secure data solutions using Microsoft Fabric components (OneLake, Data Factory, Power BI, Synapse).
• Develop and maintain robust data models, pipelines, and semantic layers to support analytics and reporting.
• Lead technical implementation of data platform modernization initiatives, including migration to Fabric.
• Collaborate with business analysts and data engineers to translate business needs into data architecture blueprints.
• Ensure adherence to data governance, quality, and security standards across projects.
• Conduct performance tuning and cost optimization of data workflows and reporting assets.
• Provide technical mentorship to architects and engineers; contribute to architectural reviews and standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Business, Computer Science, Finance, Information Systems or related field.
• 7 years proven experience in data architecture or solution design within BI, analytics, or data engineering domains and hands-on experience with DAX, SQL, and at least one scripting language (Python or Spark).
• Ability to understand complex business processes, rules, and business acumen to become a subject matter expert.
• Advanced knowledge of business intelligence applications and modeling concepts.
• Proficiency in SQL, ETL packages, strategic design of extractions, and data integration process.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Fabric and Azure data services.
• Proficiency in dimensional modeling, ELT/ETL processes, and semantic modeling.
• Understanding of CI/CD and DevOps practices for data solutions.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7 years experience with finance, healthcare, retail, insurance, or other data-intensive industries.
• Exposure to hybrid or multi-cloud data environments.
• Familiarity with modern data architecture patterns (e.g., lakehouse, data mesh).

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University Primary Location Address 1100 Virginia Drive, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, United States of America

About the Organization

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and