BI Data Architect

DCI Donor Services

DCI Donor Services (DCIDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives. Our mission is to save lives through organ donation and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work. We are currently seeking a BI Data Architect. The BI Data Architect will design, deploy, and maintain a modern Azure Lakehouse architecture leveraging Databricks and the Medallion model.

This role is central to integrating data from iTransplant and other 3rd party applications, improving scalability, performance and data quality. The architect will lead technical implementations, set architectural standards and partner with Business Intelligence to enable data‑driven decision‑making across the organization.

For over decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.

DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations:
New Mexico Donor Services, Sierra Donor Services, and Tennessee Donor Services. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank.

Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. By being successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission.

With the help of our employee‑led strategy team, we will ensure that all communities feel welcome and safe with us because we are a model for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking.

• Strong expertise in SQL and Python
• Experience with Azure Databricks and Lakehouse architecture (Medallion model) with knowledge of warehouse integration patterns
• Proficiency in designing and implementing scalable data pipelines
• Proficiency in dimensional modeling and data design for both warehouse and Lakehouse environments
• Understanding of data governance principles and practices and data security
• Familiarity with Power BI Service to support integration and enablement of self‑service reporting

Reads, writes, listens and observes. Communicates using both verbal and technological avenues. Walks, stands, lifts, and carries light loads.

Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. Master’s degree is preferred but not required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in data engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role
• Proven experience designing and implementing large‑scale data pipelines and ELT processes
• 3+ years hands‑on with Azure Databricks (or similar Spark‑based platforms), with proven experience implementing Medallion architecture
• Experience in applying data governance and security practices in regulated environments
• Demonstrated ability to document and maintain data architecture, processes and standards

Certifications in the following areas are preferred but not required:

• Azure Data Engineer Associate
• Datab…