Data Platform & Integration Architect
TRACK 2: PLATFORM & ARCHITECTUREJob Title: Data Platform & Integration ArchitectOverviewThe Data Platform & Integration Architect will lead the design, evaluation, and implementation planning of enterprise data platforms and integration architectures. This role is critical in modernizing legacy environments while ensuring interoperability, scalability, and alignment with security and compliance standards.Key Responsibilities Assess and recommend cloud data platform solutions (Azure, AWS, GCP)Conduct total cost of ownership (TCO) and platform evaluation analysisDesign enterprise data architecture and integration frameworksDevelop ETL/ELT pipelines and data engineering workflowsDefine system interoperability strategies across enterprise systems (ERP, GIS, SCADA, CRM, etc.)Lead proof-of-concept (POC) development and technical validationDevelop platform implementation roadmaps and migration strategiesEnsure security, privacy, and compliance alignment across all solutionsCreate technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and standardsProvide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teamsSupport DevOps and CI/CD integration for data pipelinesDeliverables Data Platform Assessment & Recommendation ReportEnterprise Data Architecture & Integration BlueprintETL/ELT Pipeline Design & Implementation PlanSystem Interoperability FrameworkProof of Concept (POC) DeliverablesPlatform Migration & Implementation RoadmapSecurity & Compliance Alignment DocumentationTechnical Standards & Architecture DocumentationRequired Qualifications 10+ years in data architecture, cloud platforms, or data engineeringStrong experience with integration across legacy and modern systemsHands-on experience with ETL/ELT tools and cloud platformsExperience with utility systems or complex enterprise environmentsDeep understanding of data security, governance, and compliance frameworks