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REACH YOUR POTENTIAL | COLLABORATE WITH AMAZING PEOPLE | MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN Do you have the skills, passion, and commitment to transform our clients for the better? Are you ready to be a changemaker? If so, join us. North Highland is the world’s leading change and transformation consultancy. Simply put, we make change happen like no one else. And we’re on the hunt for a new Senior Data Architect. HOW WILL YOU MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN? We are seeking an experienced Senior Data Architect & Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of our enterprise data architecture and engineering initiatives. This role combines high-level architectural thinking with hands-on engineering expertise to create scalable, efficient, and innovative data solutions that drive business value. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business needs and technical implementation while leading data initiatives across the organization. Key Responsibilities • Architecture & Strategy • Design and implement comprehensive enterprise data architectures that ensure scalability, security, and alignment with business objectives • Develop and maintain data architecture standards, patterns, and best practices • Create and oversee implementation of data governance frameworks and policies • Lead technical decision-making for data platform selection and integration strategies • Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions • Engineering & Implementation • Architect and implement end-to-end data pipelines using cloud services (GCP/AWS/Azure) • Design and optimize data models for both operational and analytical systems • Develop and maintain complex ETL/ELT workflows using Apache Airflow and cloud-native tools • Implement big data processing solutions using technologies like Hadoop, Spark, and cloud-native services • Build and optimize data warehousing solutions using platforms like BigQuery • Establish data quality frameworks and monitoring systems • Leadership & Communication • Partner with business leaders to align data initiatives with organizational goals • Mentor and provide technical guidance to data engineering team members • Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to enable advanced analytics and AI/ML initiatives • Create and present technical documentation and architecture proposals • Lead cross-functional teams in implementing data solutions Required Skills & Qualifications Technical Expertise • Expert knowledge of data architecture principles and patterns Extensive experience with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, and/or Azure) • Advanced knowledge of data modeling and database design • Proven experience with big data technologies and distributed systems • Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or Scala • Expert-level SQL knowledge • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code Tools & Technologies • Cloud Platforms: GCP (BigQuery, Dataproc, Dataflow, Cloud Storage), AWS, or Azure • Data Processing: Apache Spark, Hadoop ecosystem • Workflow Orchestration: Apache Airflow • Data Modeling: ERwin, ER/Studio, PowerDesigner • Databases: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle, NoSQL databases • Data Integration: Informatica, Talend, cloud-native ETL tools • Business Intelligence: Tableau, Power BI, Looker • Data Governance: Collibra, Alation • Version Control & CI/CD: Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes TRANSFORMING CLIENTS. TRANSFORMING CAREERS. Success—for both our clients and our colleagues—is all about putting people first and doing great things together. We believe that when we work as one team, we can take action today to build lasting capability for tomorrow. We strive to have the most enviable culture on the planet, inspiring people to reach their full potential. Here’s how we make it happen: Intentional, flexible growth. We never want you to settle. Leading your own growth and transformation is your prerogative—one which we’ll help you nurture and develop every step of the way. We’ll inspire you to learn, teach, and ultimately carve your own path. That means you grow, we grow, and so do our clients. People-first, and then some. It goes without saying that people come first, but what comes next? Our people are always at the heart; your wellbeing and success is built on a collective understanding that every one of us can be a coach, a friend, and a fantastic listener—regardless of job title. We think of it as a celebration of individuality, difference, and diversity. Make your own change happen. With us, your curiosity and creativity know no bounds. The reins are off. All we ask is that you have the courage to transform yourself and those around you—colleagues and clients alike. If you’ve got the drive to become a changemaker, we’ll do the rest. Enviable Total Rewards. We inspire our employees to do their best work. Our Total Rewards Program encompasses Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, FSA/HSA, 401(k) contribution, and a variety of other perks like a dedicated Health Advocate, Family Planning, Parental Leave, and Tuition Reimbursement. Additionally, we employ a Flexible Time Off vacation policy, wellness initiatives, and other programs around diversity and inclusion, Learning and Development, and social engagement. READY TO MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN? North Highland makes change happen, helping businesses transform by placing people at the heart of every decision. It’s how lasting progress is made. With our blend of workforce, customer, and operational expertise, we’re recognized as the world’s leading transformation consultancy. We break new ground today, so tomorrow is easier to navigate. Founded in 1992, North Highland is regularly named one of the best places to work. We are a proud member of Cordence Worldwide, a global network of truly connected consultancy firms with the ability to think and deliver together. This means North Highland has more than 3,500 experts in 50+ offices around the globe on hand to partner with you. Please note that applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position. North Highland is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #ind2

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