Data Architect (Mid - Senior Level) - Join Our Innovative Team at ERM

We are actively seeking a proficient Data Architect to join our dynamic team at ERM. Our mission is to develop cutting-edge technological solutions that enhance our sustainability practices through the optimization of our Azure-based data lake solution. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally while collaborating with experts from diverse fields, making the role both intellectually stimulating and challenging.

Role Overview

As a Data Architect at ERM, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the overall data architecture and strategy of our knowledge products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including environmental scientists, biologists, chemists, engineers, public policy experts, and more, to deliver data solutions that align with business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of sustainable data architecture solutions, ensuring factors like discoverability, impact, scalability, performance, integrity, and security are comprehensively addressed.
• Partner with product managers, stakeholders, and data engineers to define and prioritize data and technology requirements to align with business objectives.
• Design and implement data engineering solutions, including ELT processes, data pipelines, databases, data catalogs, dashboards, and data warehousing solutions.
• Ideate and select appropriate technologies, approaches, and tools to ensure scalability, maintainability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Establish data architectural standards, best practices, and guidelines to maintain consistency and quality across teams.
• Perform exploratory data engineering work to support consulting teams in ideating solutions and valuing advanced analytics approaches.
• Provide data-related guidance and mentoring to consultants and team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges, ensuring successful delivery of high-quality data solutions.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices, proactively recommending innovations to improve our data management processes.

Requirements and Skills

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in data management with a focus on data architecture or data engineering, coupled with technical leadership.
• Proven experience in designing and managing complex, scalable, and high-performance data architectures.
• Strong knowledge of data modeling methodologies, architectural patterns, and data management best practices.
• Proficiency in various technologies and tools for managing databases and data quality, with the ability to select the best-suited ones for specific project requirements.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with an ability to tackle technical challenges effectively.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, able to efficiently collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

If you are enthusiastic about this role, please apply with a copy of your latest CV and a cover letter.

Company Name: ERM
Job Title: Data Architect (Mid - Senior Level)

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