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Data Architect - Power & Utilities - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

EY · Minneapolis, MN · 1 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$126k–$230k/yrFull-time

About the role

EY is seeking a Manager with solid experience in the utilities sector to serve as a Data Architect. The ideal candidate will have a history of working for consulting companies and be well-versed in the fast-paced culture of consulting work. This role is dedicated to the utilities sector, where the successful candidate will craft, deploy, and maintain large-scale AI data ready architectures.

Responsibilities

  • Help our clients enable better business outcomes while working in the rapidly growing Power & Utilities sector.
  • Lead and develop your skill set to keep up with the ever-growing demands of the modern data platform.
  • Solve complex analytical problems to bring data to insights and enable the use of ML and AI at scale for your clients.
  • Lead transformative technology projects and programs that align with our organizational strategy to achieve impactful outcomes.
  • Manage timelines, costs, and quality, and lead both technical and non-technical project teams in the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions and infrastructure.
  • Manage complex data analysis, migration, and integration of enterprise solutions to modern platforms, including code efficiency and performance optimizations.
  • Design data solutions that can scale horizontally and vertically while optimizing performance.
  • Manage professional employees or supervising team members to deliver complex technical initiatives.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree required in STEM.
  • 8+ years professional consulting experience in industry or in technology consulting.
  • 8+ years hands-on experience in architecting, designing, delivering or optimizing data lake solutions.
  • 3+ years’ experience with native cloud products and services such as Azure or GCP.
  • 5+ years of experience mentoring and leading teams of data architects and data engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and professional development.
  • In-depth knowledge of data architecture principles and best practices, including data modelling, data warehousing, data lakes, and data integration.
  • Hands-on experience in designing end-to-end architectures and pipelines that collect, process, and deliver data to its destination efficiently and reliably.
  • Proficiency in data modelling techniques and the ability to choose appropriate architectural design patterns, including Data Fabrics, Data Mesh, Lake Houses, or Delta Lakes.
  • Previous hands-on coding skills in languages commonly used in data engineering, such as Python, Java, or Scala.
  • Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes for managing data workloads.
  • Experience in version control systems (e.g. Git) and knowledge of DevOps practices for automating data engineering workflows (DataOps).
  • Practical understanding of data encryption, access control, and security best practices to protect sensitive data.
  • Experience leading Infrastructure and Security engineers and architects in overall platform build.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Qualifications

  • A Master’s degree in Electrical / Power Systems Engineering, Computer science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Machine Learning or commensurate professional experience.
  • Experience working at big 4 or a major utility.
  • Experience with cloud data platforms like Databricks.
  • Experience in leading and influencing teams, with a focus on mentorship and professional development.
  • A passion for innovation and the strategic application of emerging technologies to solve real-world challenges.
  • The ability to foster an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and empowers team members.

Skills

  • Applications Integration
  • Cloud Computing and Cloud Computing Architecture
  • Data Architecture Design and Modelling
  • Data Integration and Data Quality
  • AI/Agentic AI driven data operations
  • Experience delivering business use cases in Transmission / Distribution / Generation / Customer.

Benefits

At EY, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $125,500 to $230,200. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $150,700 to $261,600. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.

Pay

Base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $125,500 to $230,200. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $150,700 to $261,600.

Schedule

We offer a flexible vacation policy where you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

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