Staff Data Systems Architect

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Data Systems Architect to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space. This role will shape the architecture of a consumer data environment that supports product analytics, marketing integrations, governance, and scalable access across teams. You will partner closely with Data Platform and cross-functional stakeholders to define the systems roadmap, improve data movement discipline, and guide tool and vendor decisions. The position will also help ensure cost-conscious operations, strong compliance controls, and a cohesive foundation for the organization's data stack. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end systems design of the product data stack
• Develop and maintain the systems architecture roadmap for the product data stack
• Coordinate contributions from teams within Data Platform
• Define data movement and standardization discipline across the stack
• Lead architecture reviews for new tools and vendor evaluations
• Contribute to user data compliance architecture and governance
• Administer access across the data stack and maintain a consolidated view of spend

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years in systems design, architecture, or engineering roles
• 3–5 years in data platform architecture at the architect or staff level
• Experience with modern customer data stack integrations, including product analytics and marketing tools
• Proficiency in Snowflake or similar cloud data platforms, including performance tuning and access design
• Experience leading vendor evaluations, tool consolidations, or migrations
• Experience implementing data governance and compliance frameworks, including PII handling
• Experience defining and enforcing architecture standards across teams with an emphasis on automation
• Cost-conscious approach to infrastructure and vendor spend

Benefits

• Flexible time off through a Responsible Time Off benefit
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Access to a premium health and fitness membership
• Monthly wellness allowance for mental and physical well-being
• Volunteer days for community service
• Mentorship program for career growth
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement savings program with employer match
• Inclusivity-focused initiatives through a DEI Committee

Pay

$160,000 – $220,000 annually