Data Architect

Data Architect - Remote

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Data Architect to join our Alchemy team. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the SaaS and Food Manufacturing space while shaping how data is structured, governed, and leveraged across enterprise systems.

Intertek Alchemy is the global leader of innovative Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions that help food companies engage their workforces to drive safety and productivity. Over three million food workers at 50,000 locations use Alchemy's tailored training, coaching, and communications programs to safeguard our food supply, reduce workplace injuries, and increase productivity. From farm to fork, Alchemy works with food growers, manufacturers, processors, packagers, and distributors of all sizes to build a culture of operational excellence. Learn more at alchemysystems.com .

What are we looking for?

As a Data Architect with Intertek Alchemy, you will define and implement enterprise data strategies, design modern data platforms, and ensure the scalability, security, and accessibility of critical information. You'll partner with engineering, product, and analytics teams to build a robust data ecosystem that supports AI-driven insights, reporting, and customer-facing applications.

Intertek is not able to provide visa sponsorship or work authorization support for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future sponsorship.

What you'll do:

• Architect and maintain enterprise data models, schemas, and integration strategies.
• Design and optimize cloud-based data warehouses, lakes, and pipelines.
• Partner with product and engineering teams to embed data solutions into SaaS applications.
• Define and enforce governance standards around data quality, security, and privacy.
• Support advanced analytics, BI, and machine learning use cases.
• Guide the selection of tools, platforms, and frameworks for scalable data solutions.
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and monitor system performance across distributed environments.
• Mentor engineers and analysts on best practices in data architecture.
• Stay current on emerging trends in cloud data platforms, AI/ML integration, and compliance standards.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in data architecture, engineering, or related roles.
• Hands-on experience building in Snowflake (Snowpipe, Streams/Tasks, dbt, or similar)
• Proven experience designing and maintaining data warehouses and/or data lakes.
• Hands-on expertise with SQL and modern ETL/ELT frameworks.
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Knowledge of data modeling techniques (relational, dimensional, NoSQL).
• Familiarity with data governance, privacy, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Data Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 8+ years in senior-level data architecture or engineering roles.
• Expert-level SQL and solid Python for ETL/ELT
• Experience with AWS services (Redshift, Glue, Lambda, S3) or Azure Synapse.
• Background in SaaS, LMS, training platforms, or EHS/Food Safety tech.
• Familiarity with integrating AI/ML models into data pipelines.
• Knowledge of SCORM, xAPI, HIPAA, GDPR, or other data privacy standards.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and scaled Agile (SAFe).
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or equivalent certification.

Benefits Info:

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation/sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [email protected] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

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