Enterprise Data Architect (Remote)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Data Architect to join our Enterprise Architecture team. This role is pivotal in shaping how data is organized, governed, and utilized across the entire organization.  The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of enterprise data ecosystems and be passionate about enabling data-driven decision-making through well-architected solutions.  As an enterprise architect, you will play a crucial role in designing and optimizing systems and processes that directly contribute to business value.

The primary responsibility of the architect is to work within the A&F (Abercrombie & Fitch) Digital and Technology organization and business community to ensure systems are architected utilizing industry best practices and within the guidelines set forth by A&F.

Drive designs and patterns on multiple projects including our underlying data platforms and other projects that will meet enterprise requirements for scale and reliability while transforming the architecture to a modern footprint. Facilitate design sessions with architects and tech leaders to design solutions which meet enterprise standards.

Additionally, the architect will be responsible for understanding emerging technology architectures for data, cloud, AI, microservices, integration patterns, and DevOps pipelines to make recommendations for incorporating appropriate emerging architectures into future A&F roadmaps

What Will You Be Doing?

• Enterprise Data Strategy & Roadmapping

In partnership with Data Strategy teams, determine the business and technical capabilities needed to align strategies with execution.

Champion the vision and priorities of Data teams across the enterprise.

Implement AI-First Governance and Security Frameworks

Provide architectural guidance (via standards) on how and where to consume data from enterprise platforms.

Create and maintain architectural artifacts, including data flow diagrams, reference architectures, and standards.

What Do You Need To Bring?

Preferred Skills

Our Company

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for their specific lifestyle needs.

The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites abercrombie.com,  abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com.

At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.

Benefits & Perks

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F Co. is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward :

Additional Information

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

This role allows for remote work across the U.S.. Therefore, in states and cities that require the hourly or salary compensation or pay range to be included in a job posting, the recruiting pay range for this position is $167,000 - $184,000. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, your years of experience, your work location, comparison to other employees in similar or related roles, or market demands. The range may be modified in the future.