Data Architect

Cumberland Farms - Westborough, MA

Full-time - Senior

Westborough, MA

Truck Transportation

About the position

The Data Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the data architecture of the organization. This role is crucial in shaping the data strategy, ensuring data quality, and leveraging data assets to provide actionable insights. The position requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure and a passion for building and leading high-performance data teams. The Data Architect will collaborate closely with internal centers of excellence to ensure access to critical data points necessary for successful operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall data architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Design and optimize data models, data flows, and data integration processes.
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable data solutions using Microsoft Azure services.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define data requirements and ensure data quality and governance.
• Mentor and lead a team of data engineers, analysts, and scientists.
• Ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve data architecture and strategy.
• Explain/translate complicated concepts to internal stakeholders in support of critical projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years' experience as a Data Architect or in a similar role, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.
• Experience leading/mentoring a team.
• Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL & ELT processes, and data warehousing.
• Proficiency in Azure data services, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure Synapse Analytics.
• Experience with data governance, data quality, and data security best practices.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in the retail industry.
• Certification in Microsoft Azure solutions.
• Knowledge of machine learning and AI technologies.