Data Architect

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be based in our Johnston, IA office and work in a hybrid capacity. Remote candidates may also be considered.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise data architecture, including databases, data warehouses, ETL processes, data pipelines, and data models as they relate to supporting our overall data strategy.
• Work with management to define and execute the organization's long-term data architecture strategy, standards, and roadmap.
• Evaluate business and technical data requirements to deliver scalable, secure, and high-quality data solutions.
• Lead data modeling efforts across relational, dimensional, and multidimensional data environments.
• Oversee data integration, movement, transformation, and governance practices to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of enterprise data.
• Establish and maintain data dictionaries, metadata standards, and data quality processes.
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate complex data into actionable insights, reports, dashboards, and analytics solutions.
• Support and promote business intelligence capabilities, enabling teams to effectively utilize data for decision-making.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data and technology teams while collaborating cross-functionally to align data initiatives with organizational goals.
• Drive innovation through rapid prototyping, advanced analytics, and data-driven solutions that support business growth and operational excellence.

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, along with 5+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, data analytics, or a similar discipline.
• Proficiency with Snowflake strongly preferred, including data modeling, data integration, performance optimization, security, governance, and supporting enterprise-scale analytics and reporting solutions.
• Advanced expertise in data architecture, data modeling, data governance, master data management, data integration, and ETL processes across relational, dimensional, multidimensional, and unstructured data environments.
• Proven ability to analyze complex business and technical requirements, develop data-driven solutions, and translate findings into actionable business insights.
• Knowledge of enterprise IT ecosystems, including infrastructure, security, middleware, integrations, and data platforms.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, mentoring, and collaboration skills with the ability to influence and guide teams on complex, enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making capabilities with a focus on delivering scalable and sustainable solutions.

What’s In It For You

• A mission-driven company with a strong sense of purpose
• A hybrid work environment that values flexibility and collaboration
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A culture that values innovation, integrity, and community impact
• Excellent benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance and short- and long-term disability provided at no cost, time away from work – PTO, VTO, paid parental leave, and company holidays, educational assistance

Actual Compensation

Actual compensation is based on various factors, such as geographic location, experience, education, and/or skill level, and is finalized at the time of offer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SHAZAM is an equal opportunity employer, including those with disabilities or status as a protected veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; ITS, Inc./SHAZAM will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).