Software architect Jobs in Portland, OR

Data Architect

Weir ESCO

Portland OR(Remote)

Purpose of Role :

Weir requires an experienced Architect to join the BI & Analytics team, tasked with leading a successful, mature BI program into modern architecture and technologies. This role will work with system administrators, analysts, developers and other architects globally to design architectural solutions that leverage the best components of our existing architecture in modern technology and expand our environment to meet the growing needs of GenAI and AI. Additionally, the BI Data Architect will participate as a key member of a high performing global team operating under Scaled Agile. The role is within a globally distributed team and the ideal candidate will be highly collaborative, a self-starter, a champion for the team, and passionate about delivering quality solutions. We are all committed to working together and collaborating with our Global Weir family. The management of our own workload and time management is essential, and we work flexibly to meet our individual and team needs. We trust that working together and supporting each other we are able to undertake the best work of our lives.

Why choose Weir :

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future : At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It's a big challenge - but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way : Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong : Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual's contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities :

• Architect Scalable Solutions : Translate business needs and enterprise guidelines into robust data and solution architectures. Own conceptual and enterprise data models and ensure alignment with best practices.
• Collaborate Across Teams : Work closely with business stakeholders, data stewards, architects, engineers, and analysts to deliver high-quality projects. Perform gap analysis between current and target states to guide execution.
• Lead Integration & Governance : Manage enterprise integrations and support development of secure data ingestion, sharing, and governance processes, including IoT and third-party data.
• Hands-On Technical Leadership : Provide guidance to data engineers on writing maintainable, testable code; develop proof-of-concepts; troubleshoot and optimize systems to meet SLAs and drive continuous improvement.
• Drive Lifecycle & Roadmap : Oversee technology roadmap, track technical debt, and support Agile planning, product roadmaps, and risk management. Participate in end-to-end lifecycle from ideation to deployment.
• Maintain Expertise & Innovation : Stay current on data and analytics trends, compliance requirements, and emerging technologies. Collaborate with vendors and contribute to enterprise architecture and strategy discussions.
• Safety First : Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Job Knowledge / Education and Qualifications :

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir's technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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