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Lead Data Architect

Job in Irvine, Orange County, California, 92713, USA
Listing for: Visionaire Partners
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-12
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Data Engineering, Data Warehousing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 148000 - 185000 USD Yearly USD 148000.00 185000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Lead Data Architect

An established enterprise brand is seeking a Lead Data Architect to spearhead the vision, roadmap, and execution of its modern cloud data ecosystem. This high-impact role leads the shift toward a unified lakehouse framework, self-service business intelligence, and scalable AI/ML capabilities.

Core Responsibilities
  • Data Strategy & Architecture:
    Own the roadmap for analytics, integration, and AI platforms; architect scalable cloud lakehouse environments using the Medallion data pattern.
  • Pipeline & Integration Design:
    Drive API-led, event-driven, and batch data flows across enterprise systems; optimize pipeline monitoring and metadata capture.
  • Semantic Layers & Self-Service BI:
    Establish centralized semantic models, governance catalogs, and user-centric frameworks to democratize trusted data access.
  • AI/ML Readiness:
    Build foundational infrastructure, feature frameworks, and MLOps practices for advanced analytics and Generative AI.
  • Governance & Security:
    Implement strict data protection, access controls (RBAC/ABAC), and enterprise architecture standards.
Qualifications
  • 10+ years in data engineering and architecture
  • 5+ years leading enterprise-scale data architecture and strategy.
  • Deep experience designing cloud lakehouse platforms, including Snowflake, alongside modern transformation tools dbt and Fivetran.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, enterprise data modeling (dimensional/logical), and SaaS architectures.
  • Experience with enterprise integration patterns and data governance frameworks.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
Location & Perks
  • Hybrid (Irvine, CA): 3 days on-site in a state-of-the-art office hub with resort-style amenities (gym, dining, hangout spaces). Relocation support available.
  • Comp & Benefits: $148K – $185K base + profit sharing, matching 401(k), day-one healthcare coverage, and clear advancement paths.
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