Lead Data Architect – Enterprise

pbLAK Technology Inc /b Posted 2 days ago /p pWe are seeking an experienced bLead Data Architect /b to define, own, and evolve our benterprise data architecture /b. This role is responsible for designing scalable, secure, and governed data platforms that support analytics, reporting, and operational use cases across the organization. You will work closely with engineering, analytics, security, and business stakeholders to translate strategy into robust data solutions. /p pThis is a senior, hands-on leadership role requiring deep technical expertise and strong stakeholder influence. /p h3Architecture Strategy /h3 ul liDefine and maintain enterprise-wide data architecture standards, principles, and roadmaps /li liDesign scalable data platforms including data lakes, data warehouses, and lake-house architectures /li liLead architecture decisions for batch and real-time data processing /li liEnsure alignment between business strategy and data architecture /li liArchitect and oversee ETL/ELT pipelines and data integration solutions /li liGuide design and implementation of streaming and event-driven architectures /li liSelect and govern enterprise data technologies, tools, and platforms /li liReview and approve data designs, models, and solutions /li /ul h3Governance, Security Quality /h3 ul liEstablish and enforce data governance, data quality, and metadata management practices /li liEnsure compliance with data security, privacy, and regulatory requirements /li liDefine data lineage, access control, and audit-ability standards /li liPartner with security and risk teams on enterprise data controls /li liLead cloud and hybrid data architecture across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP /li liDrive cloud-native, scalable, and cost-optimized data solutions /li liSupport infrastructure-as-code and automation practices /li liAct as the senior data architecture authority across programs and initiatives /li liMentor and guide data architects, engineers, and analytics teams /li liCollaborate with product, engineering, BI, and business leaders /li liCommunicate architectural decisions to technical and executive audiences /li /ul h3Required Qualifications /h3 ul li10+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise systems /li li5+ years in a senior or lead architecture role /li liDeep knowledge of data modeling, integration, and processing patterns /li liHands-on experience with modern cloud data platforms /li liStrong understanding of data governance, security, and compliance /li liProven ability to influence architecture across large, complex organizations /li liExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills /li /ul h3Technical Skills /h3 ul liData Warehousing, Data Lakes, Lakehouse Architecture /li liETL / ELT, Batch and Streaming Data Processing /li liSQL and data modeling methodologies /li liTechnologies such as Snowflake, Databricks, Redshift, BigQuery, Synapse /li liKafka, Spark, Airflow or similar tools /li liCI/CD, DataOps, and architecture governance practices /li /ul h3Nice to Have /h3 ul liExperience in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, government) /li liMDM, metadata management, or data catalog tools /li liBI and analytics platform architecture /li liCost optimization and performance tuning experience /li liExperience supporting AI/ML or advanced analytics platforms /li /ul