Data Architect

Description
Conversion Salary: $130K-$156K
Critical Ask:
Insurance and Financial service domain knowledge.
Expert in Microsoft stack - Fabric, Databricks, Snowflake etc.
Past experience working with building data products
Practical experience building MVPs in Agentic AI for Data Management
Strong communication and Interaction skills
I am not super stuck on number of years of experience , as long as person is strong in above things.

Job Purpose:
Brief and in a few sentences statement of the reason the job exists.
The Data Architect II is responsible for designing, managing, and optimizing the organization's data architecture, ensuring the efficient flow, governance, and utilization of data across multiple platforms. This role also focuses on building modern robust and scalable data architecture approach , enhancing data strategy, and supporting data-driven business decisions. As a member of the team, the Data Architect also provides Technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members and works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure architectural approach and alignment with business goals.

Job Responsibilities:
List of general activities, duties and/or tasks typically performed within the job.
Data Architecture Design & Implementation
Establish the future-state data architecture and blueprints that enables enterprise data needs and ensures that systems are cost & Performance optimized.
Establish Modern data platform & toolset that empowers enterprise OKRs and establish data as strategic assets for business growth.
Develops and communicates comprehensive data architecture processes, ensuring alignment with enterprise data standards.
Designs and implements modern data architectures that support cross-functional initiatives, working across business units to address enterprise-wide needs.
Develops advanced conceptual and logical data models, driving consistency and standardization across data modeling practices
Oversees the determination of enterprise data storage approach and defines strategies for reuse of existing data to meet broader project needs.
Implements and advocates for data management best practices, including storage, integration, and consumption patterns, ensuring all solutions contribute to scalable and reusable data architectures
Leads data integration efforts across multiple systems, ensuring the effective integration of data from multiple sources into centralized platforms.
Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to implement data storage and management systems.
Develop and maintain the architectural blueprint for data products , data warehouses, data lakes, and cloud environments.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of data architecture, models, and data flows.
Data Governance & Quality Management
Incorporates data & AI governance principles into architectural decisions, ensuring that data management practices adhere to organizational policies.
Establish and oversee Data Lineage and data quality standards, including data cleaning, validation, and monitoring processes.
Ensures that data security measures, such as access control and encryption, are appropriately implemented for sensitive data.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with business units, IT teams, and leadership to align the data architecture with business objectives.
Serve as a technical expert in discussions on data strategy, system design, and best practices.
Lead cross-functional teams within matrix organization in implementing data-related projects and system improvements.
Technology Evaluation & Innovation
Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies in data architecture, management, and analytics.
Develop in-depth knowledge of AI/Gen-AI impacts on Data engineering & management capabilities and work with AI/Innovation team to bring most relevant AI led intervention for Data teams. Evaluate new tools, platforms, and systems that could enhance the company's data infrastructure.
Propose innovative solutions and optimizations to existing data structures, tools, and technologies.
Lead proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives to evaluate new technologies and assess their fit with the company's goals.
Ensure that the organization's data architecture adheres to relevant industry regulations and compliance standards.
Proactively assess and modernize legacy tools ensure ongoing focus on tech debt reduction.
Mentorship & Team Development
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior data engineers and architects.
Offer training and support in best practices for data design, architecture, and governance.
Help build and develop the data team's skills, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
The above statement of duties is not intended to be all inclusive and other duties will be assigned from time to time.
Skills
Microsoft Fabric, Azure Cloud Data Platforms, Data Product Architecture, Enterprise Data Modeling
Top Skills Details
Microsoft Fabric,Azure Cloud Data Platforms,Data Product Architecture,Enterprise Data Modeling
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Nice to Haves
Agentic AI exposure (Copilot, Claude, similar tools)
AI/ML proof-of-concept leadership
Governance and data quality frameworks
Mentorship experience
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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