Senior Data Architect

CTC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A data solutions provider in Texas is seeking a Senior Data Architect to design and manage Data Architectural solutions across various environments. Responsibilities include establishing Data Governance policies, working with ETL and DBA teams, and mentoring Data professionals. Candidates should have over 15 years of Data Architecture experience and a strong background in MDM and Solution Architecture. The role demands excellent communication skills along with the ability to present to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Data Architecture, including OLTP, Data Warehouse, Big Data.
• 5+ years of experience in Solution Architecture.
• 5+ years of MDM experience.
• 5+ years of Data Governance experience with best practices knowledge.
• Extensive knowledge of Data Movement and Processing, Middleware, ETL, API, OLAP.

Responsibilities

• Establish policies for Data Governance and Master Data Management.
• Ensure consistency and best practices in data management.
• Work with ETL, Replication, and DBA teams on data transformations.
• Mentor Data Architects and Analysts on database design.
• Create a roadmap for MDM implementation.
• Document Architectural rules and MDM process design.

Skills

Data Architecture experience

Solution Architecture experience

MDM experience

Data Governance experience

Data Movement and Processing knowledge

Presentation skills

Self-Motivated

Job description

***Only Local to Texas candidates are accepted****

Primary responsibilities of the Senior Data Architect include designing and managing Data Architectural solutions for multiple environments including but not limited to Data Warehouse, ODS, Data Replication/ETL Data Management initiatives. The candidate will be in an expert role and will work closely with Business, DBA, ETL and Data Management teams providing solutions for complex Data related initiatives. This individual will also be responsible for developing and managing Data Governance and Master Data Management solutions. This candidate must have good technical and communication skills coupled with the ability to mentor effectively.

Responsibilities

• Establishing policies, procedures and guidelines regarding all aspects of Data Governance
• Ensure data decisions are consistent and best practices are adhered to
• Ensure Data Standardization definitions, Data Dictionary and Data Lineage are kept up to date and accessible
• Work with ETL, Replication and DBA teams to determine best practices as it relates to data transformations, data movement and derivations
• Work with support teams to ensure consistent and pro‑active support methodologies are in place for all aspects of data movements and data transformations
• Work with and mentor Data Architects and Data Analysts to ensure best practices are adhered to for database design and data management
• Assist in overall Architectural solutions including, but not limited to Data Warehouse, ODS, Data Replication/ETL Data Management initiatives
• Work with the business teams and Enterprise Architecture team to ensure best architectural solutions from a Data perspective
• Create a strategic roadmap for MDM implementation
• Responsible for implementing a Master Data Management tool
• Establishing policies, procedures and guidelines regarding all aspects of Master Data Management
• Ensure Architectural rules and design of the MDM process are documented and best practices are adhered to

Qualifications

• 15+ years of Data Architecture experience, including OLTP, Data Warehouse, Big Data
• 5+ years of Solution Architecture experience
• 5+ years of MDM experience
• 5+ years of Data Governance experience, working knowledge of best practices
• Extensive working knowledge of all aspects of Data Movement and Processing, including Middleware, ETL, API, OLAP and best practices for data tracking
• Self‑Motivated
• Capable of presenting to all levels of audiences