Data Architect

Job Description

Shape solution architectures by partnering with Enterprise Architects, Senior Architects, and cross-functional teams. Contribute to Empower's technology roadmap by documenting target state architectures. Modernize and migrate complex systems to scalable, secure, and cost-optimized cloud architectures. Evaluate and prototype new technologies and applications. Help operationalize architectural standards, best practices, and governance expectations. Collaborate closely with business and engineering teams to design end-to-end solutions. Champion security, resilience, and scalability as core design principles. Support full-stack development teams through solution design and implementation.

Qualifications

1. Possess at least 5 years of experience delivering data-intensive solutions. 2. Have at least 1 year of demonstrated solution design ownership for moderately complex initiatives. 3. Showcase proven experience in data-focused roles including Data Engineer, Data Architect, Database Administrator, BI or Analytics Engineer, Data Science, and data governance. 4. Demonstrate competency in architecture frameworks, performance optimization, and addressing cross-cutting concerns. 5. Exhibit strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities. 6. Possess strong expertise in designing data and cloud architecture, with AWS preferred. 7. Demonstrate the ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights and reporting solutions. 8. Hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

- Enjoy a flexible work environment. - Explore fluid career paths. - Celebrate internal mobility. - Recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. - Experience a welcoming and inclusive environment.