Expert Data Architect

$86,500 - $146,100/Yr

Discover Financial Services - Deerfield, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Deerfield, IL

5,001-10,000 employees

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Expert Data Architect at Discover Financial Services is responsible for designing and providing inputs into the design of data platforms that support analytics initiatives and operational processes. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure that data architectures align with the company's governance and cybersecurity policies. The architect will also manage data assets and address risk and customer-impacting issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develops the technology roadmap for big data analytical solutions and real-time decision capabilities.
• Educates the organization on new analytical approaches.
• Identifies business analytical requirements and expected outcomes.
• Develops data analytics solution architecture and patterns to meet business needs.
• Recommends decision technology integration patterns and designs, experiments, tests hypotheses, and builds statistical models.
• Conducts data analyses and designs algorithms.
• Designs data pipelines, conceptual data models, and physical and schematic data models.
• Drives engagement with business stakeholders on the use of statistical tools, analytical tools, and decision engines.
• Serves as a mentor for the team and helps grow its foundational capabilities.
• Acts as a thought leader, staying abreast of industry trends and sharing expertise with an extended team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data architecture or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, risk management, and cybersecurity policies.
• Experience with big data technologies and analytics solutions.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms.
• Familiarity with machine learning and AI technologies.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
• Recognition Program
• Education Assistance
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Support Programs
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan