Solution Architect – Data Migration & Analytics (Insurance)

Job Title: Solution Architect – Data Migration & Analytics (Insurance)Location: Raleigh, NC (Hybrid)Duration :: Contract Role SummaryWe are hiring a Solution Architect to lead a strategic data modernization program involving migration from 14+ source systems (including Guidewire InsuranceNow) into a Snowflake-based Data Warehouse leveraging dbt. The role also includes driving a report rationalization initiative, consolidating legacy reports into a streamlined Power BI analytics layer.This is a high-impact role requiring strong expertise in data architecture, large-scale migration, and insurance domain transformation.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture & DesignDefine end-to-end data architecture for ingesting structured and unstructured data into Snowflake.Architect layered DWH (Raw/Bronze, Curated/Silver, Consumption/Gold) using dbt-based ELT frameworks.Establish scalable, secure, and performance-optimized data models.Data Migration LeadershipDesign migration strategy for 14+ systems including InsuranceNow.Define data mapping, transformation logic, and reconciliation frameworks.Implement data quality controls, auditability, and parallel validation mechanisms.Analytics & Reporting ModernizationLead report rationalization and consolidation initiative.Design Power BI semantic layer and standardize KPIs.Eliminate redundant reports and enable unified, business-friendly dashboards.Governance & QualityEstablish data governance, lineage, and metadata standards.Ensure compliance with insurance regulatory and audit requirements.Define quality KPIs and monitoring frameworks.Stakeholder LeadershipAct as technical SME and advisor for business, data, and leadership teams.Drive architecture governance, design reviews, and delivery alignment.Identify and mitigate risks in a complex multi-source migration program.Required Experience10+ years in data engineering / data architecture, with enterprise-scale programsProven expertise in:Snowflake & dbtMulti-source data migration (10+ systems)Data modeling (dimensional / data vault)Hands-on experience in Power BI and report consolidationStrong understanding of structured + unstructured data integrationExperience with cloud platforms (Azure / AWS / GCP)Knowledge of Cortex AI is a plusDomain ExpertiseInsurance domain experience (P&C preferred)Understanding of policy, claims, billing, and customer data modelsIdeal Candidate ProfileA hands-on architect and strategic thinker who can balance technical depth with business alignment, and has delivered large-scale data transformation programs in the insurance domain.