Solutions Architect

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DescriptionAre you passionate about the power of data and how technology can unlock the analytical powers to help USRM achieve 95 in 2025? Are you excited about enabling the customer journey and experience with technology?   If so the URSM Data Analytics and Engineering organization is looking for a motivated team player to drive the Master Data Management and Data Governance Architecture customer data delivery solutions. In addition, you will be part of the overall USRM DAE data modernization efforts and contribute to how we work in a cloud-based architecture. 

The Solution Architect is responsible for designing and architecting the MDM shared platform environment and responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the data governance framework, policies, and procedures. Collaborating with diverse teams spanning enterprise architecture, Data Office partners, IT Stakeholders, data engineers, database administrators, and business stakeholders, this role dives deep into requirements, potential hurdles, and architectural needs. This role is enabling USRM's transformation to be more customer focused with the objective of using and expanding use of our centralized customer profile and associated technologies.

As a Solution Architect, you're at the forefront of tackling the intricate challenges intrinsic to shared platform dynamics. Solution Architect's core mission revolves around designing and deploying robust solutions that safeguard the shared platform's infrastructure, ensuring reliability, performance, stability, and observability.

As part of this fast-paced team you will help influence the ongoing evolution of our data strategy and roadmap delivering key data solutions in direct alignment with business strategies.  The candidate will be part of a talented and empowered agile MDM and Data Governance portfolio working to build the next generation data solutions. You will align with Data Strategy and Design (DS&D) in support of BDSE while partnering with URSM Technology Enterprise Architecture teams with a primary focus on speed to market business data delivery solutions. 

As a thought leader you will define and maintain architecture principles, standards, reference architectures, models, patterns, guidelines and roadmaps pertaining to Master Data Management and the Customer Data domain area. The SA will provide strategic direction, guidance/advice and facilitate architecture decision—making process.

Responsibilities will include:
Establishes and provides leadership on the technology strategy and roadmaps for the most strategic and complex business capability domains
Defines architecture for solution at product level in line with architectural principles, applies industry best practices and design patterns to create scalable, secure solutions with superior technical performance
Maps out technical integration points between systems
Design and implement a comprehensive data governance framework that aligns with the organization's strategic goals and regulatory requirements
Develop and maintain data governance policies, standards, and procedures
Work closely with data stewards, data owners, and other stakeholders to promote data governance best practices
Provides input to systems implementation plans and processes; oversees product development, integration, testing, and launch
Provides insights into solution delivery plans based on technical timelines and dependencies
Balances competing priorities while adhering to deadlines and aligns architecture to achieve value delivery
Facilitates communication between technical teams and users of the solution
Helps institute superior technology capabilities with diligence, attention to detail and technical acumen
Design and document the overall system architecture, including data flows, integration points, and component dependencies
Contribute to editing and publishing of external-facing whitepapers, artifacts, case studies, architectural blueprints, blog posts, and articles for technical/industry publications
Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to solution architecture, data management, and observability

QualificationsQualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
16+ years of overall IT experience with 2+ years in solution engineering, system design, and data management
Strong understanding of database design, performance tuning, data governance, and security best practices
Proficiency in data modeling, ETL processes, and data integration techniques
Experience with monitoring and observability tools like Splunk, Datadog, or New Relic
Knowledge of Master Data Management capabilities and technology
Knowledge of Data Governance Tools and capabilities such as IDMC, Alation, etc.
Knowledge of cloud computing platforms and containerization technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, MongoDB, Informatica, Reltio)
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Familiarity with agile development methodologies and project management practices

About Us**This position may have in-office requirements depending on candidate location.**

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