Immediate need - 13+ years of Data Architect consultant - Plano, TX - Onsite

Need Someone local to Plano, TX

Data Architect

Duration : Long Term Contract

Location : Plano, TX - Onsite

What We Are Looking For :

We are looking for an experienced Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-scale data platforms and strategies for our automotive client. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in data architecture, data governance, cloud data platforms, and data modeling, with a proven track record of enabling data-driven decision-making in large, complex organizations.

Responsibilities :

• Define and implement the overall data architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with Toyota's business goals and digital initiatives.
• Design scalable, secure, and high-performance data architectures across hybrid and cloud environments (AWS and GCP).
• Develop and maintain enterprise data models, data dictionaries, and metadata repositories.
• Establish data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, lineage, security, and compliance.
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, product teams, and business stakeholders to identify data requirements and ensure optimal data flows.
• Guide the development of data lakes, data warehouses, and real-time data platforms.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, tools, and platforms to meet architectural goals.
• Drive data integration from various sources, including internal Toyota systems and third-party platforms.
• Ensure best practices in data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Support advanced analytics, AI / ML, and BI teams by designing robust data ecosystems.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams on data architecture best practices and implementation strategies.