Enterprise Data Solution Architect

Req ID: 328840

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We are currently seeking a Enterprise Data Solution Architect to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

As an Enterprise Data Solution Architect, you will drive the design, delivery, and modernization of cloud-native data platforms that transform raw data into governed, reusable products. Blending deep technical expertise with product-centric and consulting acumen, you will accelerate business value, reduce total cost of ownership (TCO), and future-proof analytics capabilities for clients across diverse industries.

Core Responsibilities:

• Architect and deliver end-to-end data solutions across multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud), encompassing data ingestion, storage, modeling, and consumption.
• Collaborate with clients, business leaders, project managers, and cross-functional teams to understand requirements, define data-product strategies, and ensure alignment with industry best practices and client goals.
• Define data domain boundaries, semantic models, and enable self-service analytics through robust architecture and reference designs.
• Establish and lead scalable ETL/ELT patterns using leading tools such as Databricks, Snowflake, Synapse, Glue, or BigQuery.
• Lead modernization roadmaps, including migrating legacy warehouses, integrating real-time data pipelines, and automating CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) for analytics platforms.
• Conduct assessments of existing data infrastructure and develop strategic goals, standards, and long-term architecture vision for enterprise systems.
• Develop and implement comprehensive data management strategies, addressing capacity planning, security, scalability, backup, disaster recovery, business continuity, and archiving.
• Institute and enforce data governance, security, compliance, FinOps guardrails, and metadata management processes to ensure data quality and regulatory adherence.
• Identify and recommend enhancements to data policies and stay abreast of emerging technologies and best practices to continuously improve solution design and delivery.
• Mentor and guide project teams, providing technical recommendations and fostering knowledge transfer.
• Create and maintain clear documentation, including architectural diagrams and technical specifications.

Minimum Skills Required:

• 10+ years designing enterprise data platforms, with at least 2 major cloud migrations delivered.
• 7+ years in modern data stack environments (lakehouse, medallion/Data Mesh, CDC, event streaming).
• 7+ years of hands-on experience with SQL, Python, PySpark, and orchestration frameworks (Airflow, Data Factory, Cloud Composer).
• 3+ years developing and implementing data governance, security, and FinOps guardrails.
• Demonstrated expertise in multi-cloud environments and familiarity with a range of data management tools and technologies.

Preferred Skills:

• Hands-on experience productizing GenAI/RAG or MLOps pipelines.
• Industry experience in manufacturing, healthcare, or financial services.
• Strong understanding and certification in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Experience leading and mentoring technical teams and influencing both engineers and executive stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of data compliance, security, and best practices in enterprise data management.
• Experience with “Big 4” management consulting or exposure to multiple industries.

Additional Qualities:

• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with C-suite leaders and mentoring engineering teams alike.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities for policy or process improvements, with a passion for staying informed about new technologies and trends.

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Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $164,025.00 - $251,599.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com

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