Data & Analytics Architect

Responsibilities

Data Architecture & Platform Enablement

• Architect and implement enterprise-wide data platforms leveraging Salesforce Data Cloud (360), Snowflake, MuleSoft, Tableau, Nextworld, Microsoft 365, and related technologies
• Design and maintain enterprise data models, integration frameworks, and data pipelines across cloud and hybrid environments
• Lead data integration strategy for mergers and acquisitions, including onboarding and harmonization of data assets and systems
• Collaborate with IT Infrastructure and Application Development teams to ensure alignment with security, integration, and architectural standards
• Support product development initiatives by delivering reusable, analytics-ready data solutions

Analytics Enablement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Digital Experience, Application Development, IT, and Business Intelligence teams to translate business needs into analytics and data capabilities
• Work directly with business stakeholders to define end-to-end data flows, analytics requirements, and technical capabilities
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor and liaison between executive leadership and delivery teams

Data Governance, Quality & Compliance

• Establish and enforce enterprise data governance standards for data quality, security, compliance, and stewardship
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and reliability across platforms, systems, and business domains
• Develop and maintain architecture standards, design patterns, and supporting documentation

Innovation, Standards & Documentation

• Evaluate emerging technologies to enhance analytics capabilities and scalability
• Maintain awareness of platform updates and evolving data architecture methodologies
• Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and enterprise data models

Mentorship & Knowledge Leadership

• Mentor Enterprise Architects, AI Engineers, and development teams to promote best practices and architectural consistency
• Promote data literacy and knowledge sharing across technical and business teams

Key Performance Metrics The Data & Analytics Architect will be evaluated on their ability to:

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise data architectures
• Enable reliable analytics, reporting, and AI initiatives
• Maintain strong data governance, quality, and compliance standards
• Support successful system integrations, including mergers and acquisitions
• Influence architectural adoption and consistency through leadership and mentorship

Qualifications & Competencies Required

• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience designing and implementing enterprise data solutions using platforms such as Salesforce Data Cloud (360), Snowflake, MuleSoft, Tableau, Nextworld, Microsoft 365, or similar technologies
• Proven experience with data integration, data platform architecture, and analytics enablement in complex cloud and hybrid environments
• Strong understanding of data management, master data concepts, and governance frameworks
• Demonstrated ability to design secure, scalable, high-performance data solutions
• Experience supporting or leading data integration initiatives during mergers and acquisitions
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to engage executive and technical audiences
• Experience producing detailed technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and requirements specifications

Preferred

• Salesforce Data Architect and/or Data Cloud (360) Specialist certification
• Snowflake certification
• MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect or Developer certification
• Tableau certification or comparable analytics credential
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based role using computers and communication tools throughout the day
• Requires extended periods of sitting and frequent computer use
• Standard business hours Monday through Friday; occasional extended hours may be required
• Minimal physical exertion required