What are the responsibilities and job description for the Enterprise Data Architect position at Apex Systems?
Job Details
Job#: 2068852
Job Description:
Job ID: 2068852
Type: Direct hire
Location: United States or Temple, Texas (relocation assistance or travel will be covered)
Schedule: Remote (some travel) or hybrid 3 days a week in office
ESSENTIAL JUB FUNCTIONS/ PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Develop and evolve data technology roadmap to align with evolving business needs and enterprise data strategy, incorporating reference architecture diagrams and canonical models in areas such as:
o Data Management and Quality
o Data Governance
o Data Architecture, Modeling, and Design
o Data Integration
o Data Security
o Master Data and Metadata Management
Design end-to-end data workflows, defining overall architecture, capabilities, platforms, tools, and governing processes.
Create, maintain, and communicate strategies for data capabilities and tools.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with enterprise guidelines for security, auditability, data governance, and metadata management.
Leverage modern data architecture by utilizing designs such as data mesh, data fabric, and data virtualization.
Define and improve best practices, guidelines, and integration with other enterprise solutions.
Apply and integrate AI and ML to data management, including Large Language Models (LLM) and neural networks, for:
o Data Discovery
o Data Quality
o Data Accessibility
o Data Security
Monitor technology trends, discover new tools and capabilities of interest.
Benchmark data and technology capabilities with industry analysts and other companies.
Maintain strategic relationships with technology vendors and external communities/partners.
Lead education and training for data and analytics community.
Provide strategic decision-making guidance within technical disciplines, respond to disruptive data technologies, and solve unique and complex problems.
Define data strategies by supporting business function needs and goals through information delivery and data exploration.
Other duties may be assigned.
MININMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
Five or more years of experience in designing and implementing data architectures and complex, high-quality data and analytical solutions.
Two or more years in designing data architectures, detailed workflows, best practices, and governance guidelines and advising on necessary technologies.
Experience designing and developing enterprise data and analytical solutions, including ETL, cloud architecture, and data design.
Knowledge of data modeling (e.g., Dimensional, Relational, Star Schema).
Familiarity with cloud-first architecture.
Ability to phase the delivery of data and analytical solutions to meet immediate needs while building towards long-term strategic solutions (e.g., data mesh, data fabric, data products/domains, artificial intelligence/machine learning).
Understanding of holistic enterprise architecture and the interplay of analytical components with foundational components. (data architecture/governance, security, etc.)
Strong communication skills to convey complex technical concepts.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Skill in developing and exercising cross-functional influence, aligning business and technical teams around a common architecture vision.
Ability to switch effortlessly from summary views for leadership to hands-on discussions with practitioners.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Job ID: 2068852
Type: Direct hire
Location: United States or Temple, Texas (relocation assistance or travel will be covered)
Schedule: Remote (some travel) or hybrid 3 days a week in office
ESSENTIAL JUB FUNCTIONS/ PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Develop and evolve data technology roadmap to align with evolving business needs and enterprise data strategy, incorporating reference architecture diagrams and canonical models in areas such as:
o Data Management and Quality
o Data Governance
o Data Architecture, Modeling, and Design
o Data Integration
o Data Security
o Master Data and Metadata Management
Design end-to-end data workflows, defining overall architecture, capabilities, platforms, tools, and governing processes.
Create, maintain, and communicate strategies for data capabilities and tools.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with enterprise guidelines for security, auditability, data governance, and metadata management.
Leverage modern data architecture by utilizing designs such as data mesh, data fabric, and data virtualization.
Define and improve best practices, guidelines, and integration with other enterprise solutions.
Apply and integrate AI and ML to data management, including Large Language Models (LLM) and neural networks, for:
o Data Discovery
o Data Quality
o Data Accessibility
o Data Security
Monitor technology trends, discover new tools and capabilities of interest.
Benchmark data and technology capabilities with industry analysts and other companies.
Maintain strategic relationships with technology vendors and external communities/partners.
Lead education and training for data and analytics community.
Provide strategic decision-making guidance within technical disciplines, respond to disruptive data technologies, and solve unique and complex problems.
Define data strategies by supporting business function needs and goals through information delivery and data exploration.
Other duties may be assigned.
MININMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
Five or more years of experience in designing and implementing data architectures and complex, high-quality data and analytical solutions.
Two or more years in designing data architectures, detailed workflows, best practices, and governance guidelines and advising on necessary technologies.
Experience designing and developing enterprise data and analytical solutions, including ETL, cloud architecture, and data design.
Knowledge of data modeling (e.g., Dimensional, Relational, Star Schema).
Familiarity with cloud-first architecture.
Ability to phase the delivery of data and analytical solutions to meet immediate needs while building towards long-term strategic solutions (e.g., data mesh, data fabric, data products/domains, artificial intelligence/machine learning).
Understanding of holistic enterprise architecture and the interplay of analytical components with foundational components. (data architecture/governance, security, etc.)
Strong communication skills to convey complex technical concepts.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Skill in developing and exercising cross-functional influence, aligning business and technical teams around a common architecture vision.
Ability to switch effortlessly from summary views for leadership to hands-on discussions with practitioners.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
