Sr. Data Architect Specialist

Samyang America, Inc.; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive bonus

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO/FTO

401(k) plan with company match

Job summary

Samyang America, Inc. is seeking a Data Architect to design the structural foundation of its data ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in data architecture and modeling, with strong skills in SQL and familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. Responsibilities include defining data models, establishing data governance standards, and collaborating with engineering for optimal data flows. The position offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $95,000, along with additional benefits such as bonuses and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data architecture, data modeling, or database design.
• Strong experience with data modeling techniques (star schema, dimensional modeling, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong understanding of data governance, metadata, and data quality principles.
• Proficiency with SQL and data modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain enterprise data models aligned to business needs.
• Establish and enforce data standards, naming conventions, and taxonomy frameworks.
• Design how data flows across systems (ERP, CRM, marketing platforms, external data sources).
• Work closely with Data Engineers to ensure architecture is implemented correctly.
• Partner with Analytics and AI teams to ensure data is structured for advanced use cases.

Skills

Data architecture

Data modeling techniques

SQL proficiency

Cloud data platforms

Data governance principles

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Job description

About Samyang America

Samyang America stands as the #1 Gen Z brand, boldly shaping the future of food culture with innovative flavors, viral trends, and unforgettable brand experiences. We don’t just create food – we craft moments that spark excitement, inspire connection, and celebrate bold individuality. Our mission is to bring daring, delicious products to the market that resonate deeply with the next generation of food lovers. From iconic spicy noodles to creative new launches, we are driven by passion, creativity, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of taste and culture. At Samyang America, you’ll join a dynamic team that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a shared love for bold flavor experiences. We value fresh ideas, energetic spirit, and the courage to lead trends rather than follow them. If you’re ready to be part of a brand that’s more than just food – a brand that moves culture and creates unforgettable moments – join our team today!

Position Summary

The Data Architect will play a critical role in designing the structural foundation of Samyang America’s data ecosystem, ensuring that data is organized, governed, and optimized for analytics, AI, and business decision‑making. This role focuses on defining data models, standards, and architecture frameworks that enable scalability, consistency, and long‑term usability across the enterprise data platform.

Key Responsibilities

Data Modeling & Architecture Design

• Design and maintain enterprise data models (conceptual, logical, and physical) aligned to business needs.
• Define structures for key domains including:
• Sales & revenue data
• Consumer & marketing data
• Product & innovation pipeline
• Financial and operational data
• Ensure alignment between business definitions and technical data structures.

Data Standards & Governance

• Establish and enforce data standards, naming conventions, and taxonomy frameworks.
• Define data lineage, ownership, and metadata management practices.
• Partner with Data Engineering to ensure governance is embedded in pipelines and systems.

Data Integration Design

• Design how data flows across systems (ERP, CRM, marketing platforms, external data sources).
• Define integration patterns to ensure clean, consistent, and unified data assets.
• Support the creation of a single source of truth across the organization.

Collaboration with Engineering & Analytics

• Work closely with Data Engineers to ensure architecture is implemented correctly.
• Partner with Analytics and AI teams to ensure data is structured for advanced use cases and modeling.
• Translate business requirements into scalable data architecture solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in data architecture, data modeling, or database design.
• Strong experience with data modeling techniques (star schema, dimensional modeling, etc.).
• Familiarity with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong understanding of data governance, metadata, and data quality principles.
• Proficiency with SQL and data modeling tools.

Preferred

• Experience with platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or similar.
• Experience working with ERP, CRM, or marketing data systems.
• Exposure to analytics or AI use cases and how data supports them.

Leadership Attributes

• Structured thinker – brings clarity and order to complex data environments.
• Systems mindset – designs for scale and long‑term usability.
• Collaborative partner – works effectively with engineering and analytics teams.
• Detail‑oriented – ensures precision in data definitions and models.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary for this position is between $80,000.00 and $95,000.00 per year. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and location. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation and benefits, including an annual incentive bonus, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, PTO/FTO, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Samyang America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.