Consultant (SQL Server)

Position: Consultant (SQL Server)

Location: Plano, TX (REMOTE)

About Paradigm

Paradigm is a strategic consulting firm that transforms vision into tangible results for Fortune 500 and high-growth organizations. For over 30 years, we've accelerated business outcomes across data, cloud, and AI. From strategy through execution, we empower clients to make smarter decisions, move faster, and maximize return on their technology investments.

What sets us apart isn t just what we do, it s how we do it. Driven by a clear mission and values rooted in integrity, excellence, and collaboration, we deliver work that creates a lasting impact. At Paradigm, your ideas are heard, your growth is prioritized, your contributions make a difference.

About the Role

At Paradigm, success is defined by more than what we deliver; it s how we think, act, and collaborate. As a Consultant on our Data & AI Advisory team, you ll help clients navigate transformation through data, cloud, and AI, with a special focus on SQL Server. Guided by our ethics-first values and outcome-driven approach, this role is ideal for professionals who want to make a measurable impact for clients, colleagues, and themselves.

In this role, you will blend advanced data strategy expertise with a strong focus on AI governance, ensuring clients responsibly harness the power of data and AI technologies. You will quickly grasp business context and challenges, translate technical concepts into clear value, and guide clients through strategic recommendations and key decisions. From leading engagements to managing delivery, you ll drive alignment, enable informed action, and deliver measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

Guided by Paradigm s mission to turn vision into results, you will be responsible for:

Client Engagement & Delivery

• Lead and deliver data strategy and operating model projects, managing cross-functional teams with transparency and accountability
• Develop comprehensive data strategies grounded in business value, including vision, objectives, and key results (OKRs)
• Conduct data maturity assessments and capability evaluations to inform measurable progress
• Design Target Operating Models (TOMs) encompassing processes, roles, and governance structures
• Formulate data policies, standards, and guidelines that reinforce responsible data use
• Develop strategic roadmaps and business cases aligned to client needs and real impact
• Facilitate stakeholder interviews and workshops to identify pain points and align data capabilities (e.g., Data Governance, Data Quality, Metadata Management)
• Evaluate and enhance existing data processes, tools, and governance frameworks to drive continuous excellence

AI Governance

• Develop and implement AI Governance frameworks that prioritize responsible innovation
• Conduct AI risk assessments and ethical impact analysis
• Design and oversee AI model validation and testing processes
• Establish AI-specific policies, standards, and guidelines tailored to business and compliance goals
• Implement AI monitoring and auditing systems for continuous compliance
• Advise on regulatory compliance related to AI technologies (e.g., EU AI Act)

Practice & Capability Development

• Manage and enhance Paradigm's Data & AI Strategy & Advisory offerings by refining methodologies and frameworks to reflect evolving client priorities
• Cultivate trusted partnerships with clients and vendors that support collaborative growth
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities aligned with long-term client value
• Contribute to thought leadership initiatives by defining internal/external-facing content on data strategy, management, and AI governance
• Develop methodologies, accelerators, and tools that scale delivery excellence and consistency in data strategy and AI governance
• Design and deliver training programs on data methodologies that embed ethics (AI) and shared learning

• NOTE: This position is Remote with occasional travel to Plano, TX

Minimum Requirements

• 3+ years in Data Strategy, Data Management, Data Governance, or related fields
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server/SSIS components (Control Flow, Data Flow, Package Deployment)
• Ability to write and optimize T-SQL queries and code
• Profound understanding of Data Strategy, Data Management, Data Analytics principles, as well as AI Governance best practices
• Expertise in one or more common Data Management methodologies (e.g., DAMA DMBOK, DCAM) and familiarity with Ethical AI Model Lifecycle Management frameworks
• Proven track record in conducting maturity and risk assessments for both data capabilities and AI readiness
• Extensive experience in process documentation, target-state design, target operating model design, policy formulation, and roadmap development for both Data Management and AI Governance
• Experience working with delivery teams focused on fostering positive team environments under pressure or ambiguity

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of consulting experience at a top-tier consultancy or equivalent internal role
• Hands-on experience with Data Management tools (e.g., Informatica, Collibra), AI/ML/Analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Snowflake, Databricks), and Hyperscalers (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform)
• Familiarity with AI Governance tools/platforms (e.g., Holistic AI)
• Certification(s) in Data Management methodologies or capability models; certifications in AI Ethics/Governance are a plus
• Some exposure to Microsoft Azure or other cloud-based services

Why Join Paradigm

At Paradigm, integrity drives innovation. You'll collaborate with curious, dedicated teammates, solving complex problems and unlocking immense data value for leading organizations. If you seek a place where your voice is heard, growth is supported, and your work creates lasting business value, you belong at Paradigm.

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