Data Architect

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><strong><span class="TextRun SCXW237594961 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW237594961 BCX0">Are you ready to make an impact?</span></span></strong></span></p></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As a <strong>Data Architect</strong> at West Monroe, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of data solutions that empower our clients to make data-driven decisions. You will play a critical role in shaping data strategies, mentoring teams, and ensuring the delivery of scalable and efficient data systems. This role requires deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong leadership skills to drive innovation and business impact.</span></p> <h4><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Responsibilities</span></h4> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to define data strategies and roadmaps aligned with business objectives.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Solution Design: Architect robust, scalable, and secure data solutions, including data pipelines, warehouses, lakes, and analytics platforms.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Team Leadership: Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Lead technical teams in delivering high-quality projects on time and within scope.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Technology Evaluation: Stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends, evaluating and recommending tools, platforms, and frameworks to enhance data capabilities.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, data scientists, and software engineers to integrate data solutions into broader business applications.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize data systems for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Client Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing thought leadership and technical expertise in solving complex data challenges.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, data models, and operational procedures.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Incident Management: Lead troubleshooting efforts for critical data issues, ensuring timely resolution and root cause analysis.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Innovation: Drive innovation by identifying opportunities to leverage AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics in data engineering solutions.</span></li> </ul> <h4><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Qualifications</span></h4> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Minimum of 10 years of experience in data engineering or architecture, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proven track record of architecting and delivering large-scale data solutions in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Expertise in data modeling, ETL processes, and data pipeline development.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Extensive experience with modern data platforms: Databricks and/or Snowflake preferred</span> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with data modeling and engineering in Databricks, including Delta Lake and advanced Spark-based transformations.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Expertise in data modeling with Snowflake, including schema design, performance optimization, and leveraging Snowflake's unique capabilities (e.g., time travel, zero-copy cloning).</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, SQL, Java, or Scala.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Hands-on experience with cloud-native data services (e.g., AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse, Google BigQuery).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong understanding of database technologies (e.g., relational, NoSQL, graph databases).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Exceptional ability to lead and mentor technical teams.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results under pressure.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Preferred certifications such as Databricks Professional or Azure Data Engineer Associate</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Advanced analytical skills to solve complex technical and business problems.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to translate technical concepts into business value for non-technical stakeholders.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong organizational and project management skills.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to travel to client sites 30 to 50%</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p data-ccp-props="{&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559683&quot;:2,&quot;335559685&quot;:557,&quot;335559731&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335562764&quot;:2,&quot;335562765&quot;:1,&quot;335562766&quot;:4,&quot;335562767&quot;:0,&quot;335562768&quot;:4,&quot;335562769&quot;:8.81}"><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">Based on pay transparency guidelines, the salary&nbsp;range for this role can&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">vary based on your proximity to one of our West Monroe offices (see&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">table below). Information on our competitive total rewards package,&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">including our bonus structure and benefits is&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.westmonroe.com/careers/benefits"><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">here</span></a><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">. Individual salaries are </span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">determined by evaluating a variety of factors including geography,&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="false" data-contrast="none">experience, skills, education, and internal equity.<br><br></span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic </span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">life insurance. Employees&nbsp;are able to&nbsp;enroll in our company’s 401k plan,&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">purchase shares from our employee stock ownership program and be eligible to&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">receive annual bonuses. Employees will also receive unlimited flexible time off&nbsp;</span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility for ten weeks of paid parental </span><span data-usefontface="true" data-contrast="none">leave will also be available upon hire date.&nbsp;</span></p></div><div class="title">Seattle or Washington, D.C.</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$159,800</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$188,000 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">Los Angeles</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$167,400</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$196,900 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">New York City or San Francisco</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$175,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$205,900 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">A location not listed above</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$152,200</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$179,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>&nbsp;</p> <h3><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">Other consultancies talk at you.</span><br><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">At West Monroe, we work with you.</span></h3> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">We’re a global business and technology consulting firm passionate about creating measurable value for our clients, delivering real-world solutions.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">The combination of business and technology is not new, but how we bring them together is unique. We’re fluent in both. We know that technology alone is not the answer, but how we apply it is. We rely on data to constantly adapt and solve new challenges. Actions that work today with outcomes that generate value for years to come.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">At West Monroe, we zero in on the heart of the opportunity, getting to results faster and preparing people for what’s next.</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);">You’ll feel the difference in how we work. We show up personally. We’re right there in the room with you, co-creating through the challenges. With West Monroe, collaboration isn’t a lofty promise, but a daily action. We work together with you to turn vision into clear action with lasting impact.</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">West Monroe</span></strong><strong><span data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;</span></strong><strong><span data-contrast="auto">is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer </span></strong>&nbsp;</span><br><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><span data-contrast="auto">We believe in treating each employee and applicant for employment fairly and with dignity. We base our employment decisions on merit, experience, and potential, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. To learn more about diversity, equity and inclusion at West Monroe, visit </span><a style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);" href="http://www.westmonroe.com/inclusion"><span data-contrast="none">www.westmonroe.com/inclusion</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our recruiting process, please inquire by sending an email to <a href="mailto:recruiting@westmonroe.com">recruiting@westmonroe.com</a>.</span></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">Please review our <a href="https://www.westmonroe.com/ai-use-policy" target="_blank">current policy regarding use of generative artificial intelligence during the application process</a>.</span></span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);"><span data-contrast="auto">If you are based in California, we encourage you to read West Monroe’s Notice at Collection for California residents, provided pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and linked </span><a style="color: rgb(7, 1, 84);" href="https://www.westmonroe.com/privacy-policy/applicant-ccpa"><span data-contrast="none">here</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">. </span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></span></p></div>