Shape the future of public sector data by designing robust, secure, and scalable data architectures for federal and state government initiatives. As a Senior Data Architect, you'll translate complex policy and operational requirements into technical blueprints that support mission-critical systems.
What You’ll Do
- Design and maintain enterprise data models that align with federal and state regulatory frameworks.
- Develop integration strategies across disparate systems and agencies, ensuring interoperability and data consistency.
- Architect cloud-native solutions on AWS, Azure, or GCP tailored to government security and compliance needs.
- Lead workshops and technical reviews with stakeholders to define data requirements and governance practices.
- Implement data quality frameworks, metadata standards, and monitoring protocols to ensure reliability.
- Guide modernization efforts by supporting migrations from legacy environments to cloud platforms.
- Mentor data engineers and junior architects, fostering technical excellence across teams.
What We’re Looking For
- 8+ years of experience in data architecture or engineering, with direct exposure to U.S. federal or state government projects.
- Proven expertise in data modeling, ETL/ELT pipelines, data warehousing, and API integrations.
- Working knowledge of SQL, NoSQL, Hadoop, Spark, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Familiarity with FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST, HIPAA, and CUI compliance requirements.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and public sector stakeholders.
- Cloud certifications are valued but not required.
Our Commitment to Your Wellbeing
- Flexible Time Off policy to support work-life balance.
- Company-wide Wellbeing Days for mental health resets.
- Work From Home reimbursement for home office setup.
- Multiple health plan options, including a 100% employer-paid plan.
- Employer contributions to HSA accounts with qualifying plans.
- Fitness reimbursement and access to mental health resources like Headspace.
- Paid parental leave for all parents.
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) with generous company match.
- Life and AD&D insurance fully covered by the employer.
- Access to online learning platforms for continuous growth.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Work Environment
This is a remote-first role with team members across the United States, Canada, the UK, India, Armenia, Australia, and New Zealand. We support a globally distributed workforce with inclusive practices and digital collaboration tools.
Our Culture
We prioritize transparency, inclusion, and psychological safety. Employee Resource Groups amplify diverse perspectives, while CEO-hosted 'Coffee with Mark' sessions foster open dialogue on mental health and work-life integration. Internal communities on wellness, art, pets, and parenting help build connection in a virtual environment. We regularly host guest speakers on topics that matter to our people.
Equal Opportunity
We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our solutions. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, military status, or other protected characteristics.
