Senior Data / Solution Architect (AI + Data Architecture)

Techtorch; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-impact role on flagship transformation programs

Flexible, remote-first working environment

Opportunity to work with top-tier clients

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy based in the United States is seeking a hands-on Senior Data / Solution Architect to design and build modern data architectures while enabling AI-driven data products. You will create scalable data solutions that deliver measurable value for private equity firms. Candidates must have over 8 years of experience in data architecture and a proven track record in implementing AI solutions. This role offers a flexible, remote-first working environment where innovation thrives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data architecture, solution architecture, or data engineering roles.
• Proven track record designing and implementing SOO/SOR/CDM architectures.
• Hands-on experience delivering AI-enabled solutions to production environments.
• Cloud implementation experience in Azure, AWS, or GCP.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise data architectures.
• Lead core data architecture activities including data modeling.
• Build scalable batch and real-time data pipelines.
• Support end-to-end deployment of AI/ML solutions.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data pipelines

Distributed processing frameworks

MLOps

Stakeholder management

Tools

Airflow

Databricks

Snowflake

Azure Synapse

BigQuery

Job description

About TechTorch

TechTorch is a high-growth enterprise technology consultancy that partners with the world’s leading private equity-backed businesses. We deliver AI-powered solutions, accelerators, and data-driven transformation initiatives that drive measurable value at speed and scale.

Our mission is to redefine enterprise technology consulting for private equity. We combine the agility of a scale-up with the discipline and rigor demanded by the most sophisticated investors and operators.

TechTorch was founded by seasoned leaders — including former Bain consultants, CIOs, and tech executives — with deep expertise in technology, transformation, and value creation. We are not a typical startup. We were built to succeed and to deliver results that matter.

Position Overview

TechTorch is seeking a hands-on Senior Data / Solution Architect to design and build modern data architectures while enabling AI-driven data products for our private equity portfolio companies. This role bridges core data architecture foundations with practical AI solution deployment on modern cloud data platforms. You\'ll partner with our consulting and delivery teams to translate complex business requirements into scalable, production-ready data solutions that drive measurable value creation and operational excellence for PE-backed enterprises.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement enterprise data architectures spanning Source of Origin (SOO), System of Record (SOR), and Common Data Model (CDM/Curated) layers. Lead core data architecture activities including data modeling (conceptual, logical, physical), master data management, reference data, metadata, lineage, and governance frameworks. Build scalable batch and real-time data pipelines and data products leveraging lakehouse and warehouse patterns. Architect and support end-to-end deployment of AI/ML solutions on data platforms, including feature engineering, model integration, orchestration, and monitoring. Work hands-on with engineering teams to deliver production-grade solutions with proper CI/CD, security, performance optimization, and observability. Partner with business stakeholders and technical teams to translate requirements into clean, scalable technical designs that align with PE value creation objectives.

Experience

• 8+ years in data architecture, solution architecture, or data engineering roles

• Proven track record designing and implementing SOO/SOR/CDM architectures, lakehouse/warehouse patterns, and dimensional modeling

• Hands-on experience delivering AI-enabled solutions to production environments (beyond experimentation)

• Cloud implementation experience in Azure, AWS, or GCP (deep expertise in at least one platform)

• Consulting delivery experience across multiple clients and domains preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong hands-on proficiency with SQL and Python

• Expert-level experience building data pipelines and orchestration (Airflow, Azure Data Factory, dbt)

• Deep knowledge of distributed processing frameworks (Apache Spark)

• Experience with modern data platforms: Databricks, Snowflake, Azure Synapse, or BigQuery

• MLOps and model deployment exposure (Azure ML, SageMaker, Vertex AI, MLflow, Docker/Kubernetes) highly valued

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to architectural patterns and best practices

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities to bridge technical and business audiences

• Ability to balance strategic architecture vision with pragmatic, hands-on implementation

• Collaborative mindset with ability to mentor engineering teams and drive technical excellence

• Adaptability to work in fast-paced PE-backed environments with focus on rapid value delivery

Why TechTorch?

TechTorch offers a dynamic and innovative environment where you can play a key role in shaping the future of data and AI solutions for leading private equity firms and their portfolio companies. You\'ll work alongside talented teams of former McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Deloitte, and Accenture consultants, contributing to high-impact digital transformation projects that drive measurable business outcomes. Join us if you\'re passionate about data architecture, AI innovation, and delivering enterprise solutions that create real value in PE-backed growth environments.

Our Values

Client First — We focus relentlessly on delivering outcomes that create value for our clients

We, Not Me — We win together. Collaboration drives transformation at scale

Get Stuff Done — We execute with speed and precision — because in PE, time matters

AI First — We embed AI at the core, enabling scalable, high-leverage solutions

Own It — We take accountability for results, delivering on what we promise

Agile Mindset — We adapt quickly and proactively seek better ways to move forward

What We Offer

• High-impact role on a flagship, enterprise-scale transformation program

• Opportunity to design modern, AI-enabled digital commerce platforms

• Exposure to top-tier private equity-backed and global enterprise clients

• Global, senior engineering and architecture peers

• Flexible, remote-first working environment with strong autonomy