Data Architect 2 (Project Coordinator)

$103,784 - $127,830/Yr

State of New York - Albany, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Albany, NY

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Data Architect 2 (Project Coordinator) position is responsible for providing senior strategic and technical leadership within the enterprise data architecture project lifecycle. This role involves modeling and designing end-to-end enterprise database solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to align project outcomes with business requirements, and overseeing the implementation of enterprise data management technical solutions. The position requires a comprehensive understanding of data management principles and standards, as well as supervisory experience in data architecture and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior strategic and technical leadership within the enterprise data architecture project lifecycle.
• Model and design end-to-end enterprise database solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align project outcomes with business requirements.
• Establish data management principles and standards.
• Oversee the implementation of enterprise data management technical solutions.
• Administer technologies related to Data Modeling, Data Integration, and Data Warehousing.
• Collaborate with user experience, business analysts, and business stakeholders to devise and implement enterprise data strategies.
• Provide technical oversight and support during the data architecture project implementation phase.
• Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of the NYS Enterprise Data Governance Policy.
• Evaluate new and emerging technologies for inclusion in a data management technical solutions catalog.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement in data management solution architecture processes and practices.

Requirements

• Nine (9) years of broad information technology (IT) experience with a comprehensive understanding of software engineering, data engineering, database administration, or other data-related specialty.
• At least five (5) years of specialized experience in data management solution architecture, database design, software development, modeling, or warehousing.
• Two (2) years of supervisory-level experience in data architecture, software engineering, data engineering, or a related technical field.
• Earned college degrees in computer science, software engineering, IT, or a related field may substitute for specified years of experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant data management-industry certification (e.g., Arcitura Certified Big Data Architect, Certified Data Management Professional, IBM Certified Data Architect - Big Data).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, SQL, Scala.
• Strong familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases, ETL/ELT tools, and data-related technologies.
• Understanding of data science concepts, data modeling, data analysis, and ML frameworks.
• Knowledge of analytics techniques and tools like Microsoft Power BI and Tableau.
• Proficiency with modeling tools such as Enterprise Architect, Erwin, or PowerDesign.
• Strong metadata management skills and understanding of data lifecycle management (DLM).
• Knowledge of security, compliance, and regulatory requirements relevant to data management.

Benefits

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually for professional development
• Affordable health insurance programs for employees and dependents
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• Membership in the New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS)
• Access to NYS Deferred Compensation and College Savings Programs
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)