Data Strategy, Advisory & Architecture - Associate Director

At Electric Mind, Engineering is where strategy meets action. Our team helps organizations cut through complexity—aligning business ambition with technology execution to unlock real, lasting change. You'll work alongside curious, driven people tackling high-impact challenges for everyone from scaling startups to global enterprises. Each engagement is different, pushing you to learn, adapt, and grow.Electric Mind's Technology Practice brings together deep engineering expertise, modern delivery disciplines, and pragmatic architectural thinking to help clients execute complex, mission-critical transformation. We design and implement scalable, secure, high-impact technology solutions that accelerate business outcomes.Role OverviewWe are seeking a senior hands-on leader to drive enterprise data strategy, architecture, and governance initiatives for large organizations. This role combines strategic advisory with implementation leadership and requires strong communication skills, deep architecture knowledge, and real-world governance execution experience.What You'll DoStrategy & AdvisoryAssess and Define enterprise data strategies and roadmapsConduct executive workshops and stakeholder alignmentDesign AI-ready data operating modelsUnderstand, Align and Translate business objectives into data capabilitiesData Governance LeadershipConduct data governance maturity assessmentsDesign governance frameworksData ownership and stewardship modelsData quality managementMetadata and lineage strategiesPolicy-as-code approachesArchitectureDevelop enterprise cloud data architecturesLakehouse architecturesData Mesh / Data ProductsEvent-driven architecturesAlign architecture with strategy, governance and security modelsDelivery LeadershipLead enterprise transformation programsGuide technical teamsDefine reusable methodologies and acceleratorsWhat You'll Bring15+ years in data architecture, governance, or strategyExperience implementing governance programs at scaleStrong consulting and communication skillsExperience with modern cloud data platformsDemonstrated architecture design experienceBFSI domain experienceExposure to tools such as Collibra, Alation, Purview, Informatica, Snowflake, Horizon, Databricks Unity CatalogKnowledge graph or semantic modeling experienceWhat You'll GainYou will help shape enterprise technology strategy for industry-leading clients while influencing the growth of Electric Mind's engineering culture. You will work on high-impact, high-visibility programs and help mentor the next generation of technical leaders.$170,000 - $220,000 a yearAbout Electric MindElectric Mind is a fast-growing, AI-native advisory and digital engineering firm built for those who want to shape the future, not just watch it happen. We blend premium strategy expertise with cutting-edge AI-centric engineering to solve complex, meaningful problems for industry-leading clients.We pride ourselves on a high-touch delivery model and a culture that values diverse talent, innovation, and true client partnership — creating an environment where your ideas matter and your impact is visible.If you're looking for a place where you can grow fast, collaborate with exceptional teammates, and help build a company scaling its capabilities and global footprint at speed — Electric Mind is the place to ignite your career. The future is bright!For more info on Electric Mind, check out our Careers Page and Instagram.Electric Mind is committed to diversity in the workplace. We are an inclusive employer and welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Applicants' needs will be accommodated during our recruitment and selection process so please advise us if you require accommodation.J-18808-Ljbffr