Director Data Architecture

Description

Lead the first of six strategic initiatives to build a centralized repository of trusted and timely data

Identify authoritative data sources and decompose business processes to pinpoint data generation

Define semantic meaning of data and align stakeholders around integrated data models

Stand up a data quality program and refresh process across 400+ systems

Architect centralized technical infrastructure and onboard tooling and people

Collaborate with application development teams and manage a small team and contractors

Skills

• ERWIN
• TOGAF
• BOSSED
• ZACHMAN

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Minimum of 12 years of experience in enterprise data architecture or advanced data engineering

Proven track record of leading data architecture for complex, large-scale organizations

Expert-level knowledge of data modeling across 3NF, dimensional, and logical domains

Strong understanding of metadata, lineage, and authoritative source management

Experience in architecting cloud-based data ecosystems (e.g., Snowflake, Azure, Databricks)

Deep familiarity with data integration patterns, including ELT / ETL, data virtualization, APIs, and real-time streaming

Proficiency in applying modern architectural approaches (DDD, Data Mesh, Agile, etc.)

Ability to align architectural vision with business strategy and value drivers

Excellent communication skills with both technical teams and business executives

Proven ability to lead cross-functional design efforts in complex environments

Experience with data governance frameworks and tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica)

Additional :

Experience in financial services, wealth management, or other regulated industries

Familiarity with data privacy and regulatory compliance (e.g., GDPR, SEC, FINRA)

Experience in enterprise information architecture or data product thinking

Experience in data platform selection, cloud migration, or enterprise data strategy

Experience Level

Expert Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $220000.00 - $320000.00 / yr.

Inclusive health, dental, vision and life insurance plans built to support diverse lifestyles, offer preventative care, and protect against hardship.

Easy access to mental health benefits to meet our team members and their families where they are.

20+ days of paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and 2 paid wellness days to give our employees the time they need to stay close with their loved ones, recharge, and give back to their communities.

401(k) Savings plan with a generous company contribution (up to 5%), and access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan-ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years.

Paid parental leave to support all team members with birth, adoption, and foster.

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help you save money on healthcare, daycare, commuting, and more.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeLock, Pet Insurance and more.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Dallas,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2025.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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