Explore Data Architect Jobs

Data Architects design the structures and systems that help organizations collect, organize, secure, and use data. They translate business needs into scalable data architectures, guide technology decisions, and work with engineering, analytics, and leadership teams to make data accessible and reliable. Explore vetted Data Architect opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Data Architect Do?

Data Architects develop data models and architecture standards, evaluate platforms and tools, and plan how information moves across databases, cloud environments, data warehouses, and analytics systems. They may oversee data integration, governance, quality, security, and modernization initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to ensure solutions support business goals.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with data modeling, database design, cloud platforms, data warehousing, and distributed data systems. Familiarity with SQL, data pipelines, integration patterns, governance, and security is valuable. Strong communication and strategic thinking help Data Architects explain technical choices and align teams around an effective architecture. Requirements vary by role and organization.

Data Architect Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as experience, industry, location, scope of responsibility, and technical specialization. Senior and lead roles may offer higher compensation, particularly when they involve enterprise-scale architecture or cloud transformation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore roles that match their career goals.

Find Data Architect Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore Data Architect openings across industries and organizations. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions where your background in data platforms, architecture, and strategy can make an impact. Browse current listings to discover your next opportunity.

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$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing our complex data architecture, ensuring robust event sourcing, efficient data processing, and AI preparedness. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing cloud-based data platforms, ensuring scalability and performance across relational, NoSQL, and vector databases while collaborating with AI and engineering...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform the future of data architecture by developing scalable solutions, optimizing performance, and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative strateg...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining data architecture by integrating advanced analytics and AI. Lead the design of enterprise data environments, ensuring accuracy and security while collaborating with engin...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and management of enterprise data architectures, ensuring high-quality data integration and governance to support advanced analytics and AI initiatives across th...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the architecture of our data platform, ensuring robust ingestion, modeling, and governance. Collaborate with engineering teams to build scalable solutions that support advanced analytics and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of hybrid cloud data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive architectural decisions and ensure secure, scalable solutions...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $220K *

Join us in leading the design and implementation of hybrid cloud data platforms. You'll drive architectural decisions, collaborate with teams, and ensure secure, scalable solutions that enhance busine...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $175K *

Unlock the potential of data by designing an innovative architecture for a federal client, ensuring interoperability and governance while collaborating with stakeholders to address complex data challe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Architect robust database solutions leveraging Adobe AEM and SQL, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity across enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance wor...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead data architecture initiatives by optimizing serverless data pipelines and enhancing analytics capabilities through AWS services like SageMaker and Glue. Collaborate on data lakes and AI integrati...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $240K *

Elevate your career by architecting innovative data solutions that drive analytics and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable cloud platforms, ensuring data quality and...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $240K *

Transform data architecture by leading the design of scalable, secure data products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create cloud platforms that enhance analytics and reporting, ensuring qu...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape data architecture by developing comprehensive models and governance programs, translating business needs into actionable insights, and leading engagements in modern D&A platforms. Guide stakehol...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $95K *

Drive enterprise data solutions by architecting and implementing secure ETL pipelines and integration models. Collaborate with technical authorities and lead code development to ensure high-quality, t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $318K *

Architect innovative data layer solutions, collaborating with teams to optimize performance and meet mission requirements in a dynamic Big Data environment. Lead design and development efforts while e...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Elevate data architecture by leveraging cloud infrastructure and diverse OS environments. Collaborate across teams to enhance data management, engineering, and processing, ensuring seamless integratio...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by shaping the enterprise data architecture to enhance data governance, integration, and analytics. Collaborate with leadership to establish standards and drive the multi-year transfo...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$126K - $146K *

Play a key role in designing data architectures and integration solutions, ensuring data integrity and compliance, while collaborating with teams to enhance data governance and optimize analytics for...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of data analytics by evolving the Microsoft Fabric platform. Ensure data integrity and optimize solutions for business intelligence, AI, and decision-making, all while collaborating w...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data architecture by designing scalable, secure solutions for our Data Lakehouse. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical data solutions...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Optimize data architecture and integration solutions to enhance business intelligence, analytics, and AI initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable, secure data structures that supp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $225K *

Innovate data architecture solutions for national security. Lead design, collaborate with teams, and implement best practices using advanced analytics tools. Make a significant impact on data-driven i...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of healthcare data by shaping robust architectures that drive analytics and AI. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure data governance, security, and scalability across platform...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Transform your career by leveraging your expertise in data architecture and analysis to develop comprehensive information frameworks that enhance business processes and drive data governance across th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Architect do?question toggle

    A Data Architect designs and guides the data structures, platforms, and standards an organization uses to store, integrate, protect, and analyze information. The role often includes data modeling, architecture planning, governance, and collaboration with technical and business teams.

  • What skills are important for Data Architect jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include data modeling, database design, SQL, cloud platforms, data warehousing, data integration, and knowledge of security and governance. Communication, problem-solving, and the ability to connect technical decisions to business needs are also important.

  • How much do Data Architects earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by experience, location, industry, specialization, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more; individual listings provide compensation details when available.

  • What qualifications are typically required for a Data Architect role?question toggle

    Many employers look for a degree or equivalent experience in computer science, information systems, or a related field, along with substantial experience in data engineering, database development, or architecture. Specific requirements differ by employer.

  • Where can I find Data Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Data Architect listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation information.