Sr. Solutions Architect

LMI Government Consulting; United States; Remote; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to support USDA. The role involves advanced data analytics, reporting solution design, and implementation. Candidates should have extensive experience in data architecture and analytics, along with strong leadership skills. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with key stakeholders and drive strategic data initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience with government systems focusing on data analytics.
• Proven experience in designing complex data architectures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of data analytics and reporting solutions.
• Design and implement complex data architectures.

Skills

Data Modeling

Data Warehousing

ETL Processes

Data Visualization

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Pega

Salesforce

EDAPT AIP

Engineering Field Tools (EFT)

Field Office Technical Guide (FOTG)

Web Soil Survey (WSS)

Soil Data Access (SDA)

NASIS

Water and Climate Information System (WCIS)

Job description

Overview

Experience Required:10 years of experience at USDA, as a senior level solutions architect, working hands-on with USDA data architecture, analytics, and management reporting capabilities within any of the mission areas.

Job Summary:LMI is seeking a skilled Senior Solutions Architect to support our client at USDA. This role requires performing advanced data analytics and reporting solution design and implementation. The ideal candidate will have a strong reputation as a leader in their field and be recognized by key stakeholders in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) and mission areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of strategic data analytics and reporting solutions that align with the client's mission and objectives.

• Design and implement complex data architectures, integrating various enterprise systems.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and deliver high-quality data analytics and reporting systems.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in data analytics and reporting, offering strategic advice and guidance to business leadership.

• Ensure compliance with data governance policies and standards, maintaining data integrity and security.

• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance the data analytics capabilities of the client staff.

• Conduct regular reviews and assessments of existing data architectures, recommending improvements and optimizations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.

• 10 years of experience working with government systems, with a focus on data analytics and reporting.
• 10 years of experience supporting USDA as an agency employee or contractor.

• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex data architectures and analytics solutions.

• Strong technical skills in data modeling, data warehousing, ETL processes, and data visualization tools.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of successfully managing and delivering large-scale projects.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required by the client.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field.

• Experience with cloud-based data analytics platforms and tools.

• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

• Experience with data governance, data quality, and data security practices.

• Knowledge of government mission areas and their specific data reporting requirements.

• Experience with systems and platforms such as: Pega, Salesforce, EDAPT AIP,Engineering Field Tools (EFT), Field Office Technical Guide (FOTG), Web Soil, Survey (WSS), Soil Data Access (SDA), NASIS (National Soil Information System), and Water and Climate Information System (WCIS).

Target salary range: $160k-200k

Disclaimer:

The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.