Senior Data Architect

This role is not on C2C only on W2

Job Title: Senior Data Architect
Location: North Andover, MA (Hybrid), Dallas, TX or remote
Duration: Full time / Contract to Hire Salary: 140-150k + 10-15% bonus, 401k and standard benefits

About the Role:
Seeking a seasoned Senior Data Architect to lead the data Architecture, development, and optimization of our
enterprise data ecosystem. This role will drive our next-generation data platform, leveraging Azure Fabric, Snowflake,
Databricks, and SAP ecosystem to enable advanced analytics, data governance, Artificial Intelligence, and
sustainable scalability across global business units.
Key Responsibilities:

• Define and implement enterprise data architecture strategies aligned with digital transformation initiatives.
• Design data models and integration patterns across Azure Fabric, Snowflake, Databricks, and SAP environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable data pipelines and ensure consistent usage of a unified data fabric.
• Optimize data ingestion, storage, and retrieval performance across structured and unstructured datasets.
• Establish best practices for data modeling, lineage, and governance frameworks.
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate analytical and reporting needs into robust architectural solutions.
• Guide the evaluation and adoption of modern technologies supporting AI/ML, advanced analytics, and real-time insights.
• Mentor data engineers and analysts on architecture and data management best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, data lakehouse architecture,
  streaming data architecture, and enterprise data solutions design.
• Organic career growth in large data ecosystems would be a big plus.
• Expert-level knowledge of Azure platform services, including Azure Fabric and related data tools.
• Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing data solutions in Azure, Snowflake, and/or Databricks.
• Experience integrating SAP data (S/4HANA, or BW) with modern cloud data platforms.
• Deep understanding of ETL/ELT processes, data modeling (Kimball/Inmon),
  Data quality, and metadata management.
• Working knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
• Proven success leading large-scale data modernization or cloud migration initiatives.
• Mentor junior data engineers and code/design review of team members data deliverables.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with API-driven integrations and data virtualization concepts.
• Experience with Power BI, data cataloging, and analytics enablement.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving orientation and ability to navigate complex technical ecosystems.
• Microsoft Azure architecture or other relevant certification in cloud data domain is a plus.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: Work in both office and manufacturing environment.
May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.