Senior VP, Cloud Data Architecture – Migration Leader

Synchrony

. Lead enterprise cloud data migration strategy, roadmap, and execution across complex modernization initiatives .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $170,000 - $290,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading enterprise cloud data migration strategies, defining and executing data platform modernization initiatives, and managing complex architecture across cloud environments. Proficient in stakeholder engagement, agile methodologies, and delivering measurable business outcomes in regulated industries.

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Cloud Data Migration StrategyEnterprise Data ArchitectureAgile MethodologiesData GovernanceStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Cloud-Native Data PlatformsData LakesData WarehousingData IntegrationData ProtectionAI/Advanced AnalyticsCI/CDInfrastructure-as-CodeData Consumption PatternsQuery Performance

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingMentorshipCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AWSGCPJIRAAgile ToolsMicroservices

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesBankingFintechRegulatory ComplianceRisk Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformMicroservices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead enterprise cloud data migration strategy, roadmap, and execution across complex modernization initiatives
Define and manage the strategic vision, capabilities, adoption strategy, and value roadmap for cloud data platforms and data products
Provide senior leadership and architecture direction across cloud data platforms, lakehouse and data mesh patterns, event-driven architecture, API-enabled data sharing, semantic layers, AI/advanced analytics ecosystems, and operational data consumption patterns
Drive prioritization, sequencing, and execution of migration initiatives across legacy data ecosystems
Partner with senior business, technology, security, risk, data, analytics, operations, and product stakeholders to assess environments and deliver measurable outcomes
Establish reusable migration frameworks, product operating models, architecture principles, design patterns, reference architectures, governance controls, and implementation standards
Influence cross-functional enterprise architecture, engineering, product, analytics, platform, and delivery organizations
Lead executive communications, status reporting, roadmap reviews, and decision-making forums
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to architects, product owners, engineering teams, and delivery leaders
Evaluate emerging cloud, AI, automation, data architecture, and product delivery trends
Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Management, Business, or related field with 8+ years of experience, OR 10+ years of hands-on experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
5+ years of applied experience leading or delivering data platform modernization, cloud migration, enterprise data architecture, data product, or large-scale technology transformation initiatives
Experience with cloud-native data platforms, data lakes, lakehouse architectures, data warehousing, data integration, data governance, security, IAM, data protection, analytics ecosystems, and operational data capabilities
Experience defining and executing enterprise roadmaps, migration strategies, product capability plans, adoption strategies, implementation standards, and measurable business outcomes
Experience leading senior stakeholder engagement, executive communications, prioritization discussions, and decision-making across business, technology, architecture, security, risk, product, data, and analytics teams
Strong understanding of data consumption patterns, query performance, user experience, data discoverability, resiliency, cost optimization, controls, and operational readiness in cloud data environments
Agile experience using JIRA or similar Agile tools
Ability to lead globally distributed Agile teams and manage work across multiple priorities, time zones, and delivery cadences
Deep knowledge of SAFe Agile and experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives at enterprise scale
Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required
Prior experience in credit card, banking, financial services, or fintech is desired
Knowledge of AWS, GCP, or similar cloud platforms, including cloud-native data services, modern integration patterns, containerized platforms, and microservices-based ecosystems
Experience with cloud automation, orchestration, CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, and AI-enabled productivity or engineering tools
Experience with AI, machine learning, advanced analytics, data-driven models, and high-availability operational workloads
Experience managing sensitive data in highly regulated environments, including security, privacy, data protection, access management, risk, and compliance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma or equivalent
Willingness to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation, and submit fingerprints
Ability to satisfy Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.; employment visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus based on individual and company performance
Option to work from home near one of Synchrony’s Hubs or work from an office
In-person engagement activities including business or team meetings, training, and culture events
Inclusive culture and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities