What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Management Architect position at The George Washington University?
I. JOB OVERVIEW
Job Description Summary :
The Data Management Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing data architecture solutions, focusing on ELT and ETL approaches, data integration, and analytics. This role requires working across multiple teams to establish best practices and develop scalable data integration strategies for the University Data Warehouse.
The Architect collaborates with technology and strategy groups within GW, participates in Agile SCRUM teams, and engages with stakeholders to drive innovative data solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Enterprise Data Architecture & ELT / ETL Implementation
Conducts architectural design, business analytics, and data modeling to implement the University’s data warehouse initiative with a strong emphasis on ELT and ETL methodologies.
Designs and implements ELT / ETL-based data integration solutions, leveraging cloud-native data processing tools and frameworks.
Maintains a centralized metadata repository for cross-referencing information requirements, data definitions, and standards.
Researches and recommends emerging ELT / ETL technologies and data processing techniques.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications :
Qualified candidates for the Data Management Architect will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 6 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 4 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Qualified candidates for the Sr. Data Management Architect will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 8 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 6 years of relevant professional experience, plus 2 years of internal team experience. Candidate will have a demonstrated skill set across the full suite of tools used by the team. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses / Certifications / Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Hiring Range
105,123.50 - $147,172.90
GW Staff Approach to Pay
How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit
https : / / hr.gwu.edu / benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location : Ashburn, Virginia
College / School / Department :
GW IT
Family
Information Technology
Sub-Family
Enterprise Systems - Data Warehousing
Stream
Individual Contributor
Level
Level 4
Full-Time / Part-Time :
Full-Time
Hours Per Week : Work Schedule :
Monday - Friday (8 : 30 AM - 5 : 30 PM)
Will this job require the employee to work on site?
Employee Onsite Status
Hybrid
Telework :
Required Background Check :
Criminal History Screening, Education / Degree / Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants :
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?
Posting Number : S013616
Job Open Date : 02 / 21 / 2025
Job Close Date : 03 / 07 / 2025
If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until :
Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement :
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Salary : $105,124 - $147,173
