Data Architect

Empower$138K — $200K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  • 7-10 years in data engineering, architecture, or analytics roles; 5+ years specifically in a data-centric position.
  • Solid experience in data modeling and using modeling tools like ER/Studio or ERwin.
  • Advanced SQL proficiency with familiarity in relational databases such as Oracle or PostgreSQL.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data frameworks (EMR, Spark).
  • Experience with modern data architectures including data lakes and warehouses.
  • Proficient in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze large data sets to identify trends and convert them into data models and architectures.
  • Design and implement comprehensive data architecture that supports various use cases.
  • Maintain logical and physical data models along with comprehensive documentation.
  • Create optimized data models for reporting and data visualization purposes.
  • Apply advanced data architecture patterns, ensuring scalability and performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on delivering cohesive data solutions.
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance on data architecture best practices.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with significant company matching contributions and financial advisory services.
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 yearly to support continued education.
  • A casual business environment allowing for jeans and comfortable dress.
  • Generous paid time off including holidays and floating holidays.
  • Opportunity for paid volunteer time to promote community engagement.
  • Leave of absence programs including paid parental and disability leave.
Full Job Description
The Data Architect will analyze, design, and implement scalable data architectures and data models within cloud-based platforms. This hands-on technical role translates business and technical requirements into secure, reliable, and high-performing data solutions that support analytics, reporting, and operational data products. Working with data architects, engineers, analytics teams, and business stakeholders, the Data Architect develops models, architectures, and frameworks that enable data-driven decision-making while aligning with enterprise standards, governance practices, and evolving business needs.

What you will do:
  • Analyze large and complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and insights, and translate them into scalable data architectures and models.
  • Design and implement end-to-end data architectures supporting ingestion, storage, processing, and consumption for analytics and operational use cases.
  • Develop and maintain logical and physical data models, data flows, and architecture documentation.
  • Create and optimize data models to support dashboards, reporting, and data visualization tools.
  • Apply modern data architecture patterns, including data lakes, data warehouses, lakehouses, batch and event-driven processing, and change data capture.
  • Design cloud-native and cloud-compatible solutions, including data platform modernization and migration strategies.
  • Ensure data solutions adhere to governance, security, privacy, and compliance standards.
  • Design for scalability, reliability, and performance, including partitioning strategies and schema optimization.
  • Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, security, and business teams to deliver aligned data solutions.
  • Participate in architecture and design reviews, identifying risks, trade-offs, and optimization opportunities.
  • Support DevOps and DataOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers and team members on data architecture and modeling best practices.
  • Translate business requirements into data quality standards and actionable data solutions.
  • Continuously refine models, methodologies, and architectures based on feedback and evolving business needs.


What you will bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Business, or equivalent experience.
  • 7-10 years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, analytics engineering, or related technical roles, including a minimum of 5+ years in a data-centric role.
  • Strong experience in data modeling, including logical and physical modeling, and use of data modeling tools such as ER/Studio, ERwin, or PowerDesigner.
  • Advanced SQL skills and experience with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, DB2, or Redshift.
  • Experience with cloud platforms and data services, including AWS, Azure, or GCP, and big data frameworks such as EMR or Spark.
  • Strong understanding of modern data architectures, including data lakes, data warehouses, lakehouses, and streaming platforms.
  • Hands-on experience with distributed data processing, data integration, and NoSQL technologies, including graph, key-value, and columnar technologies.
  • Experience with data visualization and analytics tools such as Tableau, Cognos, BusinessObjects, MicroStrategy, SAS, or SPSS.
  • Proficiency in programming or scripting languages such as Python, R, or SQL.
  • Understanding of data governance, data quality, data privacy, and security practices.
  • Experience with DevOps and DataOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.


What will set you apart:

This job operates in a professional office environment.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description. You may be required to perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, as per terms and conditions of your employment contract.

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Retirement savings - 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
  • Generous paid time off upon hire - including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
  • Paid volunteer time - 16 hours per calendar year
  • Leave of absence programs - including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
  • Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.


Base Salary Range
$138,000.00 - $200,100.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

About Empower

Empower is a retirement plan recordkeeping financial holding company based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States. It is the second-largest retirement plan provider in the United States.
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