Data Architect

GPCOM

. Define and maintain enterprise data architecture and roadmaps aligned with business priorities, enterprise architecture principles and technical requirements .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in defining and maintaining enterprise data architecture, including data modeling, integration patterns, and governance policies. Proficient in optimizing data platforms such as Snowflake and PostgreSQL while ensuring data quality and compliance.

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Data ArchitectureData ModelingSnowflake Data PlatformPostgreSQL Database ManagementData Governance

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Hard Skills

Data Integration PatternsConceptual Data ModelsLogical Data ModelsPhysical Data ModelsData Quality RequirementsMetadata ManagementSchema Design StandardsSource-to-Target MappingsAI and ML ArchitectureEmerging Data Technologies

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsFacilitation SkillsNegotiation SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

SnowflakePostgreSQLData Governance ToolsDevOps ToolsInfrastructure Monitoring Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Data Architecture CertificationDatabase Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Telecommunications SectorData IntegrityCompliance ReviewsArchitecture DocumentationData Handling

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PostgresSnowflake

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and maintain enterprise data architecture and roadmaps aligned with business priorities, enterprise architecture principles and technical requirements
Translate business requirements into data architecture and design specifications with stakeholders, Business Analysts, Software Engineering and technical teams
Develop and maintain conceptual, logical and physical data models, including ERDs
Define authoritative data sources and cross-system identifier strategies
Design data integration patterns for movement, transformation and synchronization across systems
Define Snowflake data platform architecture, including data organization, workload design, performance and cost optimization
Establish PostgreSQL data design standards and provide guidance on database structures, query performance and operational requirements
Define standards for schemas, naming conventions and data organization
Guide physical database designs and support data integrity, performance and efficient storage
Define source-to-target mappings and transformation specifications and review implementation designs
Partner with Data Governance and business data owners on definitions, ownership and governance policies
Define data quality, validation, reconciliation, metadata and lineage requirements
Partner with Security, Data Governance and platform administrators on classifications, access controls, encryption and data handling
Translate retention, archival and disposal policies into architecture requirements
Collaborate with DevOps and Infrastructure on version control, deployment, monitoring and recovery requirements
Review solution designs and vendor proposals for alignment with enterprise data architecture standards
Assess data changes and guide model and schema evolution while managing downstream dependencies
Maintain architecture documentation, standards and design decisions
Provide technical leadership and knowledge transfer to developers, data teams and stakeholders
Support audits and compliance reviews with architecture documentation and evidence
Design architecture for AI, ML and advanced analytics use cases
Evaluate emerging data technologies and recommend adoption
Perform other related duties as assigned by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training and experience
5+ years of experience in data architecture, data modeling, and database management
Certifications in data architecture, database management, or related fields are a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to assess architecture tradeoffs and explain their business impact, cost and long-term support implications
Strong facilitation and negotiation skills
Ability to work through ambiguity, identify gaps in requirements and make recommendations with clearly documented assumptions
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands and manage dependencies across initiatives
Experience in the telecommunications sector desirable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
Professional development and career growth opportunities
A collaborative, supportive team environment
Meaningful work that impacts customers and communities
Opportunities to work with talented colleagues across a growing organization