Data Architect (Remote - US) - job 2 of 6

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Data Architect in the United States.

The Data Architect will play a critical role in designing and governing enterprise data strategies that enhance information quality, security, and accessibility. This position involves defining data governance frameworks, establishing policies, and ensuring compliance with federal standards for sensitive information. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable, secure data solutions and oversee data-related projects from strategy to execution. The role emphasizes leadership in guiding transformation efforts, improving data management practices, and optimizing the use of internal and external data sources. Working in a dynamic, remote-friendly environment, the Data Architect will contribute to high-impact initiatives that support organizational goals and enterprise-wide data integrity.

Accountabilities

• Develop and oversee an enterprise-wide data governance framework, including strategic priorities, policies, standards, processes, and architecture.
• Define roles and responsibilities for data stewardship and ensure accountability for principal information assets.
• Serve as a liaison between business and technology teams to align data requirements with federal standards and organizational objectives.
• Maintain inventory of enterprise information maps, authoritative systems, and ownership.
• Facilitate implementation of data quality and protection standards across the organization.
• Define performance indicators and quality metrics, ensuring compliance with data-related policies and adoption requirements.
• Provide progress reports and oversee periodic updates to the Data Governance Roadmap.
• Coordinate external data sources to minimize redundancy and optimize efficiency.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Information Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in a major services organization with large-scale data or project management experience.
• At least 3 years in a data architect role with experience leading transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of industry-leading data quality, protection, and governance practices.
• Familiarity with government regulatory requirements and emerging trends in data management.
• Strong consulting, change management, and communication skills, including culture change and performance measurement system design.
• Preferred: Leadership skills, relationship management, ability to handle complex challenges, Microsoft Azure Cloud expertise, and proven ability to influence enterprise data practices.

• Competitive salary range: $93,000–$133,000 (based on experience and qualifications).
• Fully remote work within the United States.
• Paid time off, including parental, military, and bereavement leave.
• Eleven paid federal holidays, including five floating holidays.
• Health and dental insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums under HDHP plan.
• Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage with employer-paid premiums.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match fully vested after two years.
• Flexible benefits plans including FSA, DFSA, and HSA.
• Annual tuition and professional development reimbursement.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process, designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team performs an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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