Data Architect

Cohere Technology Group - Falls Church, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Falls Church, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Cohere is seeking a Data Architect to design, develop, and support database models for mission-critical systems. The role involves active participation in sprint planning, coordination with various teams, and ensuring data integrity and security. The ideal candidate will have a passion for data, strong communication skills, and the ability to present complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Participate in sprint planning and review sessions with the product owner.
• Design, develop, and support new database models and enhancements to existing databases.
• Create data dictionaries and business glossaries for business-critical data domains.
• Develop a data governance framework that aligns with user needs and standards.
• Implement data architecture initiatives on data quality, governance, standards, and policies.
• Guide efforts to define the mission, goals, and principles for data strategy and architecture.
• Establish procedures for detecting and correcting data-quality issues.
• Design and implement effective database solutions and models.
• Oversee the migration of data from legacy systems to new solutions.
• Monitor database performance and implement changes as needed.
• Educate staff members through training and individual support.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI Poly security clearance.
• Experience in database infrastructure including database, integration services, and reporting services.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to present ideas clearly to high-ranking personnel.
• Experience in developing database design and architecture documentation.
• Knowledge of data governance practices and standards.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with coding and computer security.
• Experience with JIRA and Confluence for tracking work activities.

Benefits

• Fully paid health care premiums for medical with PPO and HSA options.
• Fully paid dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Earn 240 hours PTO / year (30 days, accrued at 20 hours/month).
• 401k plan with matching employer contributions and profit sharing.
• Extremely lucrative referral programs.
• Monthly billable incentive rewards.
• Yearly training allowance for self-development.
• Flexible schedules.