Data Architect III

ICW Group

. Create deliverables for target-state guidance, including standards, guidelines, and reference implementations, to evolve enterprise data infrastructure .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $139,874 - $250,377 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in data architecture and management, with a strong focus on developing and implementing data governance processes and standards. Proficient in leading architectural initiatives that align with business goals and drive organizational change within the insurance or financial services sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data Architecture DevelopmentData Management StandardsTOGAF CertificationInsurance Industry KnowledgeTechnical Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Data ArchitectureData GovernanceData Lifecycle ManagementIntegration ArchitectureBusiness ArchitectureTechnical Standards DevelopmentData AnalyticsEmerging Technologies EvaluationArchitecture DesignInformation Architecture

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationStorytellingMentoringProblem ResolutionCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeVisioExcelPowerPointProject

Certifications & Qualifications

TOGAFIASAInsurance CertificationFinancial Services Certification

Industry Keywords

InsuranceFinancial ServicesData ManagementArchitecture ComplianceBusiness Outcomes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create deliverables for target-state guidance, including standards, guidelines, and reference implementations, to evolve enterprise data infrastructure
Lead development and maintenance of current-state and target-state data architectures
Set data-domain architecture direction aligned with business goals and lead organizational presentations
Create and maintain blueprints illustrating how data is stored, processed, and accessed
Ensure data solutions align with data architecture principles and target state
Oversee end-to-end data asset lifecycle management
Facilitate delivery of targeted business outcomes through architectural decisions
Lead creation of models, technical standards, architecture design work products, and technology innovation initiatives
Design, document, and analyze business, data, technical, and integration architecture
Collaborate with enterprise, solution, and domain architects
Develop data management standards, policies, strategy, and governance processes with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts
Recommend information assets and strategies to improve decision-making and business outcomes
Lead technology portfolio prioritization and manage the technology portfolio
Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies for data management, storage, and analytics
Participate in architectural review boards and ensure architecture quality and compliance
Lead initiatives and roadmaps that drive organizational change
Coach and mentor others and assist with problem resolution
Educate business and IT partners on information architecture
Lead project-level architectural reviews and ensure alignment with architectural deliverables, principles, strategies, and standards
No supervisory responsibility

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university required, with a major or emphasis in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Economics, Sociology, or related field
Minimum 12 years of experience in IT or data management and analytics experience
Minimum 8 years of architecture experience in multiple architectural domains such as business, information, application, integration, technology, and security
Experience working in the insurance or financial services industry
TOGAF, IASA, or any other architecture-related certification required
Insurance or financial services-related certification strongly desired
Ability to establish credibility through visualizations and tell a compelling story to a broad audience
Working knowledge of IT and/or business services
Ability to present clearly and effectively to diverse audiences orally and in writing
Ability to identify and communicate implications and impacts of tactical and strategic architecture decisions on the larger enterprise
Ability to make decisions and recommendations on technology strategies while considering various options and business needs
Awareness of insurance or financial services industries
Working knowledge of infrastructure technologies
Working knowledge of integration techniques and technologies
Working knowledge of business architecture
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience working with cross-functional teams and presenting to leadership
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Visio, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint
Ability to apply principles of logic to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
We are currently not offering employment sponsorship for this opportunity

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package
Generous medical, dental, and vision plans
401K retirement plan and company match
Bonus potential for all positions
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Support for continued learning (100%)