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Data Architect

USAFull-time$82,000–$82,0002026-10-08 → 2026-10-15
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Core

Define target-state architecture for enterprise data platforms and cloud-native analytics solutions, leading migration of large-scale data environments from on-premises to the cloud.

Role type

Senior IC data platform architect

Builds

Enterprise-scale cloud data platforms and lakehouse architectures

Domain

Financial services / Enterprise data engineering

Required skills

Data platform architecture, Distributed systems design, Cloud migration strategy, Data governance, Security compliance, Technical leadership, Cost optimization, Performance tuning, Stakeholder advisory

Preferred skills

Lakehouse architectures, Real-time streaming analytics, Highly regulated environment experience, Advanced degree

Technologies

AWS, Databricks, Apache Spark, Apache Kafka, Hadoop, Java, Python, SQL, Snowflake, Oracle, Teradata, Vertica, AMPS, MQ

Responsibilities

Define target-state architecture for enterprise data platforms and cloud-native analytics solutions. Lead migration of large-scale data environments from on-premises platforms to the cloud. Design scalable, resilient, and secure architectures for petabyte-scale workloads. Establish architecture standards, governance frameworks, and engineering best practices. Coordinate with infrastructure, security, and application teams to align with enterprise cloud strategies. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to teams implementing Spark, Kafka, Databricks, and cloud-native services.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC