Data Architect

$140,000 - $165,000/Yr

Attainx - Herndon, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Herndon, VA

Publishing Industries

About the position

AttainX is seeking an experienced Data Architect/SME to join our team, focusing on data management and architecture solutions for the USDA RD program. The role involves leading the design of data architecture solutions, conducting gap analyses, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data practices and standards. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience to address complex data issues and improve data handling processes.

Responsibilities

• Outline Current Process Workflows.
• Identify Current Data Collection Methods for the Primary MFH Processes.
• Conduct a Gap Analysis Compared to agency Data Practices/Standards and other Federal Agencies.
• Conduct comprehensive data quality assessments, focusing on identifying data inconsistencies, gaps, and duplication.
• Perform Current State Assessment from data intake to final disposition and reporting.
• Lead process redesign efforts to improve data intake, handling, and reporting including developing Visual Data flow diagrams.
• Convene stakeholder interviews and focus groups to build current state challenges and prioritize those with a workflow efficiency focus.
• Develop and evaluate alternative organizational and operating model strategies - both quick wins and long-term proposals.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience planning, directing, coordinating, and managing programs, including Data Platforms, Engineering, Enterprise Analytics, and Solution Architecture.
• 5+ years of experience leading increasingly complex data architecture projects.
• Experience with conducting gap analysis to identify problems with current state and recommend solutions.
• Experience with the full data lifecycle, from ingestion through display.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively diagnose, isolate, and resolve complex issues pertaining to data in enterprise-size mission environments.
• Familiarity with data standards and resolving data issues in enterprise-size environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work across teams and departments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Teams.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Matching 401K plan
• Tuition/training reimbursement
• Long & Short-Term Disability