Principal Architect, Data

The Principal Data Architect will play a critical role in defining and implementing enterprise-wide data architecture strategies to support various partners such as business intelligence, analytics, and operational excellence. This role involves designing and maintaining robust data models, crafting and building silver and gold layer tables for executive-level reporting, and ensuring data consistency across platforms. They will collaborate closely with senior architects, solution architects, and business leaders to align data initiatives with organizational goals. They will develop proof-of-concept (POC) solutions, assess work effort estimates, and provide architectural mentorship across multiple projects. Additionally, the role includes driving the standardization of data definitions, taxonomies, and business semantic models while setting the enterprise agenda for reference model architecture and information standards. Staying advised of industry trends in data management, governance, and compliance, the Principal Data Architect will continuously refine data architecture standards and guide teams through critical architectural decisions. With a focus on improving team efficiency through reusable frameworks and utilities, this position will act as a subject matter expert, balancing technical excellence with business priorities to deliver high-impact solutions.