Solution Architect, Data Engineering

Why join Stryker?

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As a Solution Architect, Data Engineering, you will play a critical role in steering strategic initiatives within the realm of data and analytics. In this role, you will be responsible for providing solution and technology architecture thought leadership to implement enterprise solutions leveraging tools and technologies like Azure Synapse, PowerBI, Databricks, Azure Data Lake, and similar platforms. You will also collaborate and execute the organization's data and analytics strategy, managing associated processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, implementing advanced analytics techniques, and deploying data visualization tools. Staying abreast of industry trends and provide thought leadership in areas such as data and analytics, analytics cloud management, technology leadership, cloud governance, security, and self-service management. Offering guidance and mentorship to fellow data and analytics professionals, fostering their growth and expertise.

Who we want:

Dedicated achievers. People who thrive in a fast-paced environment and will stop at nothing to ensure a project is complete and meets regulations and expectations.

Goal-oriented developers. Keeping the customer and requirements squarely in focus, people who deliver safe and robust solutions.

Motivated product launchers. People who bring strategic direction and drive for execution to ensure products are developed and launched with precision.

What you will do:

Data & Analytics vision and strategy:

• Execute the organization's analytics strategy, incorporating business continuity, innovation, data & analytics capabilities.
• Align data and analytics goals with overall business objectives and guide the team in achieving strategic outcomes.

Technology and Architecture:

• Oversee the selection and implementation of data technologies, tools, and platforms.
• Provide guidance on data and analytics architecture & design, ensuring scalability, performance, and alignment with business needs.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to data & analytics landscape and technology implementation. - Ensure data security and privacy measures are in place to protect sensitive information.

Project Oversight:

• Oversee the planning and execution of data and analytics projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. - Monitor project progress and intervene when necessary to address challenges and mitigate risks.
• Evaluate projects for unsigned contracts or out of scope requests, manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and costs.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with business leaders and stakeholders to understand their data needs and priorities.
• Communicate the value of data and analytics in influencing decision-making and achieving business goals.

Vendor Management:

• Evaluate and manage relationships with external data and analytics vendors, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Negotiate contracts and oversee the implementation of third-party solutions when applicable.

What you need:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in the areas of Computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent field of study required.
• Master's degree in MIS, MBA or related disciplines preferred.
• Analytics certifications on Azure platform is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience and demonstrated knowledge Business Intelligence, Data Warehouse, and data & analytics platforms.
• 3+ years of leadership responsibility managing external teams, influencing senior-level management and stakeholders; medical device or other regulated industry preferred.
• Solid understanding and knowledge of Azure Synapse, PowerBI, Databricks, Azure Data Lake, and other related technologies.

About Stryker

Our benefits:

• 12 paid holidays annually
• Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program.
• Financial benefits include Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits or time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits

About Stryker
Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com.

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