We are currently in search of a Data Architect to join our Information Technology team! The Data Architect is responsible for designing and managing Feed the Children's modern cloud data infrastructure, with ownership of Microsoft Fabric and Azure, and enablement of Purview, Power Platform, Copilot, and Dynamics 365 integration. This role will lead the stand up and evolution of Feed the Children's Fabric platform and serve as its primary Product Owner, ensuring it is scalable, governed, secure, and AI-ready. The Data Architect will also collaborate closely with ERP and CRM teams, and coordinate with Data Governance leadership to align data architecture with Microsoft Purview and governance policies. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking, strong collaboration, and leadership skills. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Business Intelligence.

Note: Although our corporate office in located in Oklahoma City, OK qualified candidates are being considered nationwide for this remote opportunity.

Job Requirements:

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field, preferred.

Experience

7+ years' of related professional experience; 3+ years' experience in data architecture or enterprise data engineering; and 2+ years' experience working with Azure data services (e.g., Data Factory, Synapse, Data Lake).

Deep understanding of: Microsoft Fabric, Dynamics 365 (especially SCM and CS), Power Platform, Power BI, Dataverse, Purview, SQL, Python, Spark, DAX, ETL/ELT processes, data modeling, Copilot, and Git and CI/CD practices.

Familiarity with data retention, auditability, and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA).

Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies, and Product Ownership.

Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of this job may be considered.

Bonus Qualifications:
• Experience working in a mission-driven enterprise, especially in global health and development, with complex supply chain, community impact, donation, and volunteering programs.

Licenses and Certifications

Credentials in relevant Microsoft technologies a plus.

Essential Functions:

Data Strategy & Architecture:

• Define and maintain the enterprise data architecture roadmap, aligning with business goals and future scalability.
• Design and implement robust architecture in Microsoft Fabric, including lakehouses, warehouses, Notebooks, pipelines, and semantic models.
• Lead the development of data models, ETL/ELT processes and data lake/warehouse structures to support analytics and AI.
• Manage all Azure resources, and oversee digital transformation necessary between Azure and Fabric, and from server to cloud architecture.
• Lead the establishment and documentation of technology direction and standards for data platforms, involving all aspects of information access and retrieval, integration, middleware translators, utilities, tools, and languages for use by information technology groups.
• Establish and enforce data architecture standards, including modeling conventions, naming standards, and documentation practices.
• Continuously assess and optimize data architecture to improve quality, performance, scalability, cost management, and efficiency.

Data Integration & Interoperability:

• Ensure seamless integration of data and data flows from various sources, including ERP systems, CRM systems, DHIS2, external datasets and APIs, and other business applications, with the support of data management and governance leads.

Data Governance & Management:

• Following the direction of enterprise data management and governance councils, implement processes and tools to ensure high data quality and consistency across the organization.
• Align with governance policies established in Microsoft Purview to govern, protect, and manage Feed the Children's data estate, ensuring compliance and risk management.
• Following the direction of enterprise data management councils, implement Master Data Management policies across data architecture to create a common view of master data and provide a centralized mechanism for its aggregation, cleansing, transformation, augmentation, validation, syndication, and access.

Managed File Transfer:

• Support Managed File Transfer processes, in accordance with security and data governance principles.

AI & Copilot Enablement:

• In collaboration with AI developers and leaders, enable data architecture to support AI agent development and Copilot experiences.
• Support the integration of AI agents, prompt engineering, and Azure OpenAI services into data workflows.

Collaboration:

• Work across all departments and business leaders to understand data needs and provide tailored, scalable solutions.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and contractors to ensure alignment with architectural standards and business goals.
• Participate in business intelligence and analytics initiatives, ensuring data solutions meet stakeholder needs.

Security:

• Implement best practices for data protection and privacy, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Collaborate with security and compliance teams to align data practices with enterprise risk policies.
• Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and encryption.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage architecture-related projects, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Provide architectural oversight throughout project cycles to ensure development of efficient data systems utilizing established standards, procedures and methodologies.
• Manage projects implemented in collaboration with/by vendors and partners, including managing contractual and project management agreements and compliance.

Reporting & Communication:

• Generate and present reports on data usage, performance, and compliance.
• Communicate architectural decisions, roadmaps, and standards to technical and non-technical audiences.

Establish an environment of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning, a commitment to quality, welcomes and encourages collaboration, and fosters both intra and inter-departmental dialogue and respect.

Model the type and level of behavior, professionalism and leadership that is in accordance with the values of the organization.

Perform other related duties as required.