Principal, Enterprise Data Architect
Locations: Irving, TX 75062, Vizient Corporate HQ, Chicago, IL 60607
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted Yesterday
Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Data Architect to join our dynamic team. This role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for data-driven innovation, advanced AI/ML ecosystems, and Large Language Models (LLMs). In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize our enterprise data architecture to support scalable data pipelines, governance frameworks, and high-performance analytics.
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement scalable, reliable, and high-performance enterprise data architectures that align with organizational goals.
- Create and maintain a strategic roadmap for data systems, ensuring compliance with data governance, security, and regulatory requirements.
- Establish and maintain data governance frameworks that ensure the integrity, privacy, and security of organizational data.
- Lead initiatives to ensure compliance with data regulations (e.g., HIPAA).
- Oversee complex data engineering practices, including ETL/ELT processes, data pipelines, and integration strategies for real-time and batch data processing.
- Architect and optimize cloud-based data solutions on platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP.
- Lead the integration of AI and ML technologies into the data infrastructure.
- Continuously evaluate and optimize data systems for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
- Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and business leaders to ensure alignment on data architecture and technical solutions.
- Mentor and guide junior data architects and engineers.
- Develop comprehensive documentation for data architecture strategies, governance practices, and engineering workflows.
Qualifications:
- Relevant degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems or a related field preferred. Master’s degree desired.
- 10 or more years of experience required in enterprise data architecture and data engineering.
- Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience working with Microsoft Azure cloud data and application technologies.
- Knowledge of data governance, data lifecycle management, and compliance regulations (e.g., HIPAA).
- Hands-on experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Proficiency in SQL, Python, and other relevant programming languages.
- Familiarity with AI/ML ecosystems and the ability to support their integration within the data infrastructure.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Certifications in relevant technologies or methodologies (Azure, Databricks) is highly desirable.
- Applicant must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Estimated Hiring Range: The current salary range for this role is $156,500.00 to $273,700.00. This position is also incentive eligible.
Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.
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