Senior Data Architect

Data Architect

Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $160,000 Base + Benefits, negotiable for the right candidate.

Location: DFW Preferred (Hybrid), though exceptional candidates may be considered

What Makes This Opportunity Attractive

Our client is investing heavily in its enterprise data strategy and modern data platform. This individual will serve as one of the key architects responsible for helping define the company's long-term data vision, modernization roadmap, governance framework, and post-acquisition data integration strategy.

The role is highly strategic and will have significant influence across Data Engineering, BI, DBA, Security, and business stakeholders.

Target Candidate Profile

We're looking for senior-level Data Architects with 12-15+ years of experience designing and governing enterprise-scale data platforms.

• Strong candidates will have experience in: Enterprise Data Architecture
• Microsoft Azure Data Platform
• Microsoft Fabric
• Data Lake / Lakehouse Architectures
• Enterprise Data Modeling
• Master Data Management (MDM)
• Data Governance & Security
• Cloud Modernization
• Post-Merger Data Integration
• Data Platform Consolidation
• SQL Server Architecture
• DB2/iSeries Modernization
• Azure DevOps / CI-CD
• Enterprise Analytics & BI Platforms

Key Technical Requirements

• Candidates should bring deep expertise with: Azure Data Factory (ADF)
• Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 (ADLS)
• Azure SQL
• Synapse Analytics
• Microsoft Fabric
• Power BI
• SQL Server
• Data Modeling & Canonical Data Design
• Data Governance & Metadata Management
• Additional experience with the following is highly desirable: Databricks / PySpark
• Cosmos DB / NoSQL
• Azure DevOps
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM)
• Entra ID Security Architecture
• New Relic
• Control-M

What the Hiring Manager Is Really Looking For

• Beyond technical skills, the Hiring Manager is focused on finding someone who has successfully: Designed enterprise-scale modern data platforms
• Led Azure and/or Microsoft Fabric transformations
• Built Lakehouse environments using Bronze / Silver / Gold architecture patterns
• Consolidated data assets following mergers or acquisitions
• Developed Master Data Management strategies and canonical data models
• Established governance, lineage, security, and data quality frameworks
• Influenced senior stakeholders across multiple technology teams
• Driven modernization initiatives while balancing business needs and technical standards

Candidates who can clearly articulate the business impact of their architectural decisions and who have experience operating at both a strategic and hands-on level will be especially attractive.