VP, Cloud Data Architect & Modernization Leader

Energy Jobline ZR; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Synchrony is seeking a VP, Cloud Data Solution Architect to define target-state cloud data architecture and drive modernization initiatives. You will lead data platform modernization, enable secure, scalable data services, and partner across senior stakeholders to deliver AI-enabled insights.

The role demands extensive cloud data experience, leadership across enterprise architecture, and the ability to navigate a global, multi‑shift environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Data Management, or related field with 8+ years in IT/data/architecture OR 10 years hands‑on equivalent experience.
• 5+ years modernizing or migrating data platforms in cloud environments.
• Experience with cloud data platforms, data lakes, lakehouse architectures, data warehousing, IAM, security, data protection, integration, and analytics ecosystems.
• Experience defining target-state architecture, modernization roadmaps, reference architectures, design patterns, and implementation standards.
• Agile experience using JIRA or similar tools.
• Willingness to travel for business.
• Ability to work in a global, multi‑shift environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide architecture thought leadership across cloud data platforms, lakehouse and data mesh patterns.
• Shape target-state architecture and modernization roadmaps aligning cloud migration with business priorities.
• Support architectural evaluations across cloud services, integration patterns, data storage, query performance, and security controls.
• Partner with stakeholders to assess current environments and identify modernization opportunities.
• Establish architecture principles, designs, and reusable migration frameworks for scalable data solutions.
• Influence cross-functional teams by translating architecture decisions into business value and risks.
• Guide and mentor architects on cloud data design, migration patterns, and modern data trends.
• Handle additional duties as required.

Skills

Cloud data architecture

Data lakehouse

Data mesh

IAM security

Agile tooling (JIRA)

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years experience

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Synchrony is seeking a VP, Cloud Data Solution Architect to define target-state cloud data architecture and drive modernization initiatives. You will lead data platform modernization, enable secure, scalable data services, and partner across senior stakeholders to deliver AI-enabled insights.

The role demands extensive cloud data experience, leadership across enterprise architecture, and the ability to navigate a global, multi‑shift environment.