Data Architect C Advanced

Job Title: Senior Data Architect
Location: Tallahassee FL
Duration: 4 months
Employment Type: Contract

We are hiring for the role of Senior Data Architect. Below are the key details:

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Architect to support a major financial systems modernization initiative. This role involves analyzing and redesigning data models enhancing ETL processes and ensuring seamless transition to a new statewide accounting and financial management system. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure data architecture aligns with cloud-first strategies and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and verify existing data models and interfaces to assess impacts related to accounting system changes and identify potential disruptions

• Design and implement comprehensive data models incorporating new data elements to ensure compatibility with business processes and reporting needs

• Review and enhance ETL (Extract Transform Load) processes to improve data quality timeliness and accuracy

• Collaborate with development teams to deploy revised data models and verify successful implementation

• Provide expert guidance on data visualization and reporting best practices to optimize business insights

• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure clear communication regarding data architecture changes

• Mentor and provide technical leadership to team members on best practices in data integration architecture and quality management

• Ensure continuous improvement in data processes by defining roadmaps standardizing methodologies and collaborating on strategic initiatives

• Evaluate and align current data systems with cloud-first initiatives ensuring data models are scalable and compatible with cloud architecture

Required Skills & Experience

• A minimum of 7 years of experience with large and complex database management systems

• A minimum of 7 years of experience as a data architect or senior data analyst with extensive experience in designing implementing and maintaining data models and ETL processes

• 10 years of broad experience working with database management systems (such as Oracle SQL Server or DB2) and data integration tools

• Strong background in financial data systems including data modeling data governance and data quality management

• Proven experience with ETL tools data warehousing and automation of data processes

• Experience in data visualization and reporting best practices with familiarity with tools like Power BI Tableau or similar platforms

• Familiarity with cloud-based data integration solutions such as Azure or Snowflake

• Strong knowledge of financial management business processes including accounting ledger management and budget reporting

• In-depth understanding of data modeling principles including relational and dimensional modeling techniques

• Proficiency in database management systems (DBMS) such as Microsoft SQL Server and DB2

• Comprehensive understanding of ETL processes and data integration tools like Informatica Talend or Microsoft SSIS

• Knowledge of cloud-based data integration platforms and cloud-first strategies

• Proficiency in SQL and scripting languages for database querying and data manipulation

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

• Competency in project management including the ability to plan prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively

• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Informatica Cloud Data Governance and Catalog Cloud Data Integration or other modern data integration platforms

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills capable of working effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Familiarity with state or federal financial management systems

Education

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science Information Systems or other related field. Work experience can substitute on a year for year basis for the degree.