Motorola Solutions

Principal Streaming Data Architect

Motorola Solutions$158K — $185K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or 10+ years of experience in data architecture or engineering
  • Expertise in distributed systems engineering
  • Experience with real-time data processing frameworks such as Azure Event Hubs and Azure Databricks
  • Strong understanding of technical data governance, including data lineage and auditability
  • Familiarity with compliance standards like CJIS, FIPS 140-3, and FedRAMP High

Responsibilities

  • Lead the architecture for real-time data streaming and processing for a nationwide sensor detection platform
  • Assess existing data ingestion solutions and recommend optimal frameworks for high-velocity data processing
  • Design and develop stateful stream processing applications for real-time sensor data
  • Create a robust schema registry and event-driven modeling strategy for data quality
  • Collaborate with Data Science teams to integrate machine learning models into streaming pipelines
  • Ensure fault tolerance and zero data loss in data telemetry processes
  • Mentor junior team members through architecture reviews and technical guidance

Benefits

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
Full Job Description

Department Overview

Motorola Solutions creates innovative, mission-critical communication solutions and services that help public safety and commercial customers build safer cities and thriving communities around the world.We look for the most advanced problems solvers - like you - to help us create technologies that rise to the challenges of our customers. To connect firemen to policemen to emergency responders to nurses to specialists to lives saved. To protect communities, grow businesses and make work safer and more efficient. Motorola Solutions is looking for a self motivated individuals to help drive the next generation public safety experience, and to work with a team of top experienced professionals to enable mission critical services and solutions.
Job Description

The Principal Streaming Data Architect will lead the real-time data streaming and processing architecture for our nationwide sensor detection platform. He/She will work with our engineering, product, compliance, and infrastructure teams in developing a stateful, low-latency stream processing engine capable of handling thousands of messages per second from distributed sensors. These real-time data pipelines will be used by our customers to monitor secure perimeters, track asset movements, and ensure public safety.

  • Assess our existing data ingestion and processing solutions (including Azure Event Hubs and Azure Databricks) and advise on the optimal stream processing frameworks to process high-velocity data efficiently and securely.

  • Use advanced distributed systems engineering to design and develop stateful stream processing applications that achieve sub-second deduplication of sensor broadcast messages across thousands of sensors.

  • Design and implement a robust schema registry and event-driven data modeling strategy to ensure consistency and high data quality across all sensor telemetry pipelines.

  • Build the technical data governance foundation within the streaming architecture, ensuring strict data lineage, metadata management, and auditability of data flows.

  • Collaborate with Data Science teams to operationalize and deploy real-time machine learning models (e.g., anomaly detection, predictive tracking) directly into the stream processing pipelines.

  • Develop processes and patterns to consume telemetry from ingestion layers while ensuring fault tolerance, zero data loss, and end-to-end latency from sensor to UI.

  • Partner with DevSecOps to ensure data-in-transit and in-memory state comply with strict CJIS, FIPS 140-3, and FedRAMP High standards.

  • Develop the technical skills of junior and mid-level team members by providing hands-on architecture reviews and mentorship.

  • Work directly with the geospatial data engineering and backend teams to design, implement, and validate pipelines that anonymize data in-stream and feed both real-time UIs and spatial databases.

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Target Base Salary Range: $158,800  - $185,600  USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.


Basic Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree OR 10+ years experience.

  • Must be a US Citizen due to the nature of some contracts.


Travel Requirements

None
Relocation Provided

None
Position Type

Experienced
Referral Payment Plan

No

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans

  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

  • 401K with Company Match

  • 10 Paid Holidays

  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Paid Parental & Family Leave

  • and more!


About Motorola Solutions

Motorola provides products, technologies, and services for mobile, wireline digital communication, information, and entertainment applications. Its product portfolio includes smartphones operating on the Android operating system, feature phones, media tablet devices, wireless accessories, and more. Its range of smartphone products includes the Moto X first generation, Moto X second generation, Moto G first generation, Moto G second generation, and more. It is also the manufacturer of Moto 360, a smartwatch that provides services such as notifications, updates, and other related features. It also provides monitors, cordless phones, applications, and accessories such as cases, wireless headsets, wireless speakers, and more. In addition, it provides multimedia content, including video, voice, messaging, and cloud-based and Internet-based applications and services to multiple screens such as mobile devices, televisions, media tablets, and personal computers. Its Medios service platform enables service providers to deliver content on devices. Motorola is based in Chicago, Illinois. It primarily sells its products in the United States, China, Brazil, and Singapore. Motorola currently operates as a subsidiary of Google Inc.

Motorola Solutions Careers

Join the dynamic team at Motorola Solutions today and be part of a company renowned for its relentless innovation, leadership in technology, and a commitment to professional excellence. As a global leader in communications and electronics, Motorola Solutions offers unparalleled job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development. Work You’ll Do At Motorola Solutions, you will collaborate with a diverse team of experts who are at the forefront of technological innovation and public safety solutions. Our work impacts lives, ensuring safety and security for communities around the world. You will be part of a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and where every team member’s contribution is valued. Lead in Innovation and Technology Motorola Solutions is not just about radios and hardware; we are at the cutting edge of software solutions, AI, and data analytics. By joining our team, you will work on groundbreaking projects that redefine how public safety communicates in the digital age. Your work will help develop smart solutions that keep people safe and businesses thriving. Grow Your Career With Motorola Solutions, your career trajectory is boundless. We offer a variety of professional development and leadership training programs to help you hone your skills and advance within the company. From internships to full-time positions, Motorola Solutions is committed to nurturing talent and fostering an environment where innovation thrives. Benefits and Culture Our employees enjoy a competitive package of benefits that supports their life and well-being. These include health, vision, and dental insurance, employee assistance programs, and flexible working arrangements. At Motorola Solutions, we believe in maintaining a work-life balance that fosters both personal and professional growth. Join Our Team Explore the numerous employment opportunities at Motorola Solutions. Whether you are a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, we have positions ranging from engineering to marketing, sales to project management. We are hiring individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. Networking and Professional Development Motorola Solutions values networking and connections within the industry. We encourage our employees to engage in various professional groups and forums to enhance their networking skills and industry knowledge. This engagement is pivotal in fostering a collaborative environment and sparking innovation within our teams. Internship Programs Our internship programs offer a robust introduction to the world of public safety solutions and communications technology. Interns at Motorola Solutions gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and participating in projects that make real-world impacts. Stay Connected Join the Motorola Solutions career community to stay updated on new job openings, company news, and industry developments. Tailor your job search with our career tools and get tips on crafting the perfect resume and acing your interview. Search Motorola Solutions Jobs Ready to start your journey with Motorola Solutions? Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for individuals who are driven, creative, and ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Motorola Solutions.
Learn more about Motorola Solutions
Size
18,700 employees
Market Cap
$42.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$949 million
Founded
1928
5 Year Trend
+6.2%
Revenue
$7.4 billion
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