Data Architect (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Captech - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Richmond, VA

Repair and Maintenance

About the position

CapTech is seeking a Data Architect to align clients' business goals with technology solutions for effective data delivery. The role focuses on enhancing data use, improving information stewardship, and streamlining data flows. Data Architects at CapTech are viewed as thought leaders, responsible for developing talent and expanding data and analytics capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess and advocate for data management technologies and practices to eliminate gaps between current and future states.
• Interpret and deliver strategic plans to improve data integration, quality, and delivery in support of business initiatives.
• Formulate and articulate architectural trade-offs across solution options before recommending optimal solutions.
• Motivate and develop staff through teaching and empowering technical and consulting skills.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders and development staff to maximize the value of client data across the organization.
• Drive innovative technology solutions through thought leadership on emerging trends.
• Share project solutions and outcomes with colleagues to improve future project delivery.
• Partner with the business development team to demonstrate technical capabilities and estimate proposed work plans.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with on-premises and cloud data management, integration, visualization, and analytical technologies.
• Advanced proficiency in end-to-end data architecture solutions including ingestion, storage, and relational modeling using SQL and Python.
• Demonstrated proficiency in modern data architectures and concepts such as cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP), real-time data distribution (Kafka, Kinesis), NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB), and modern data warehouse tools (Snowflake, DataBricks).
• Ability to think strategically and relate architectural decisions to business needs and client culture.
• Familiarity with data governance best practices including MDM, security, privacy, and policies.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with data governance frameworks and best practices.
• Knowledge of emerging data technologies and trends.

Benefits

• Generous PTO
• Health coverage
• Disability insurance
• Paid family leave
• Flexible work options (CapFlex)
• Learning & Development programs
• Mental health support (Modern Health)
• Inclusive fertility and family-forming coverage (Carrot Fertility)
• Personalized lifestyle benefits stipend (Fringe)
• Employee Resource Groups for diversity and inclusion
• Philanthropic partnerships for community engagement
• 401(k) matching with no vesting period