Sr Data Architect

Popular Bank - Charlotte, NC

Full-time - Senior

Charlotte, NC

501-1,000 employees

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Senior Business Data Architect plays a pivotal role in the Data & Analytics Strategy and Innovation function at Popular Bank. This position is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive data strategies that support the organization's business operations and decision-making processes. The architect will create efficient and scalable data architectures that align with business strategies and operational needs, while also leading innovation initiatives and ensuring data quality and integrity across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, optimization, and maintenance of the organization's business data architecture.
• Direct collaborations with data management and technology teams to implement impactful data strategies.
• Oversee and establish data-related standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Head the selection and implementation of optimal database designs and data warehousing strategies.
• Spearhead innovation initiatives, overseeing the execution of POCs and pilots.
• Collaborate with the Business Data Architect Lead and key stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment.
• Maintain awareness of advancements in data architecture and integrate relevant innovations.
• Ensure alignment between Enterprise Architecture and other functions.
• Participate in vendor and solution selection processes, contributing to technology evaluations.
• Assist in the preparation and evaluation of Request for Proposals (RFPs).
• Contribute to program cost and timeline estimation for resource allocation.
• Support the development and maintenance of a technology roadmap.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 12 years of experience in data architecture, with at least 5 years in a leadership position.
• Experience in large financial services organizations with strong domain knowledge of Financial and Insurance sectors.
• Experience with Cloud transformation and various cloud migration strategies.
• Solid background in Business Intelligence & Analytics with architectural direction experience.
• Strong experience in data lifecycle management, data governance, and data security.
• In-depth knowledge of data modeling and structured/unstructured data formats.
• Experience architecting data lakes, data warehouses, and operational data stores.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and AWS.
• Experience in data storage and big data processing tools.
• Proficiency in ETL/ELT, data integration, and data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with architecture frameworks like TOGAF, Zachman.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solution Architect or Google Professional Cloud Architect.
• Experience architecting solutions for AI/ML and advanced analytics.
• Experience with Digital products like Salesforce and Adobe.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities