Snowflake Data Architect

SynapOne; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly experienced Data Architect to join their team remotely, with quarterly travel to Richmond or Atlanta. The role involves designing data architecture, optimizing pipelines, and ensuring data governance compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data architecture and proficiency in tools like Snowflake and Azure Data Factory.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in data architecture, modeling, and governance.
• 5+ years of recent, hands-on Snowflake experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data architecture, modeling, and governance strategies.
• Develop and optimize pipelines using Snowflake, Azure Data Factory, SQL, Python, and dbt.

Skills

Data Architecture

Data Governance

Communication

Tools

Snowflake

Azure Data Factory

SQL

Python

dbt

Job description

Job Description: Data Architect at CarMax

We are seeking a highly experienced Data Architect to join our team remotely, with quarterly travel to Richmond or Atlanta.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement data architecture, modeling, and governance strategies.
• Develop and optimize pipelines using Snowflake, Azure Data Factory, SQL, Python, and dbt.
• Manage metadata and ensure data governance compliance (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
• Integrate cloud architecture with Snowflake and Azure, implementing CI/CD and IaC practices.
• Enable self-service data access and curate datasets for business users.
• Engage with executives to translate technical strategies into business impact.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years in data architecture, modeling, and governance.
• 5+ years of recent, hands-on Snowflake experience.
• Proficiency in Azure Data Factory, SQL, Python, and dbt.
• Experience with metadata management tools like Collibra or Alation.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture and data governance standards.
• Background in retail, e-commerce, or finance domains.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical teams and executives.

Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Director
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote (with quarterly travel to Richmond or Atlanta)