Define and lead the architecture for an AI-ready data platform supporting real-time, batch, and streaming workloads
Design distributed data architectures across cloud, on-prem, and edge environments
Establish multi-domain data federation strategies enabling unified access without unnecessary data movement
Develop data mesh or data fabric frameworks including domain ownership, interoperability, and governance
Ensure data readiness for AI (quality, lineage, metadata, labeling, governance)
Design and implement data services layer (APIs, event streaming, data contracts, schema management)
Enable interoperability across heterogeneous systems (legacy + modern platforms)
Implement data governance frameworks including catalog, lineage, and policy enforcement
Partner with engineering, AI/ML, cloud, and mission stakeholders to drive adoption
Provide technical leadership and mentorship across teams
Influence enterprise roadmaps and investment priorities

10+ years of experience in data architecture, distributed systems, or data platforms
Proven experience designing enterprise-scale data platforms
Deep expertise in distributed data architectures, Data mesh and/or data fabric
Hands on experience using data federation and virtualization technologies
Strong experience with data pipelines (batch + streaming), Event-driven architectures (e.g., Kafka, Pulsar, Kinesis) and Data modeling and schema design (Avro, Protobuf, JSON)
Experience enabling AI/ML platforms, including data pipelines for training and inference
Strong understanding of data governance, lineage, cataloging, data quality and observability frameworks
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

Senior Data Architect

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