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Data Architect

Tactile Medical · Minneapolis, MN · 3 wk ago
HybridEngineering$101k–$151k/yrFull-time

Data Architecture & Platform Design

Define and maintain enterprise data architecture standards, frameworks, and reference models
Design end-to-end Microsoft Fabric solutions, including Lakehouse, Warehouse, semantic models, and reporting layers
Establish scalable data modeling standards, including dimensional (star schema) and semantic modeling practices
Define environment and workspace strategies (dev, test, prod) to support reliable and repeatable delivery

Solution Governance & Enablement

Review and guide data solution designs to ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards
Partner with Data Platform Engineering to establish reusable patterns, pipelines, and platform capabilities
Evaluate tradeoffs between speed, scalability, and long-term maintainability, providing clear recommendations
Enable consistent use of shared datasets, metrics, and semantic models across the organization

Cross-System Data Strategy

Design and document data flows, lineage, and ownership across systems and platforms
Define canonical data models to ensure consistency across core systems such as Salesforce, NetSuite, and Brightree
Align data definitions across the organization to reduce duplication and improve data quality
Establish architectural guardrails that support governance, metadata management, and appropriate data access

Stakeholder Collaboration & Leadership

Partner with business and technical stakeholders to translate data needs into scalable architectural solutions
Communicate complex architectural concepts and tradeoffs to both technical and non-technical audiences
Mentor and educate team members on data architecture standards, best practices, and emerging capabilities
Serve as a strategic partner to IT leadership, helping shape the organization’s long-term data strategy

Other

Participate in key architecture and data strategy discussions across the organization
Contribute to continuous improvement of data platform capabilities and processes
Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Statistics, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
  • 5+ years of experience in data architecture, data modeling, or enterprise data design
  • Experience designing and implementing data solutions using Microsoft Fabric or related technologies (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Lakehouse, OneLake, Power BI)
  • Strong experience building dimensional data models (e.g., star schema) and semantic layers
  • Experience translating technical data structures into business-friendly data models and insights

Preferred

  • Experience working with Salesforce data models and integrating Salesforce data into enterprise platforms
  • Familiarity with NetSuite and/or Brightree data structures
  • Experience in healthcare, medical device, or other regulated environments
  • Background in mid-sized organizations or consulting environments with hands-on responsibilities
  • Knowledge & Skills

    • Strong systems thinking with the ability to design end-to-end data architectures across multiple platforms
    • Ability to define and maintain canonical data models across disparate systems
    • Proven ability to balance short-term delivery needs with long-term scalability and sustainability
    • Comfortable influencing decisions and driving alignment without formal authority
    • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language
    • Hands-on technical capability with a willingness to contribute to development when needed
    • Experience working in evolving environments where processes and standards are being established
    • Collaborative, adaptable, and pragmatic approach to problem-solving
    • High level of ownership with a focus on building scalable, reusable solutions

    Pay

    US Pay Range: $100,500 - $150,975 USD

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