Hudson Automotive Group, a third-generation family-owned organization and one of the largest and fastest-growing automotive dealer groups in the Southeast, is seeking an experienced Data Architect to join our Information Technology team.
This is a strategic opportunity to lead the design and evolution of Hudson's enterprise data architecture while helping shape the future of business intelligence, customer analytics, and data-driven decision-making across the organization. The Data Architect will lead the implementation and optimization of our Snowflake cloud data platform, architect a centralized Customer Data Platform (CDP), and oversee the enterprise Qlik analytics environment to deliver scalable, high-performing data solutions.
What You'll Do:
- Design, implement, and maintain Hudson's enterprise data architecture strategy.
- Lead the architecture, implementation, and administration of the Snowflake cloud data platform.
- Design and build a centralized Customer Data Platform (CDP) that creates a unified customer view across multiple data sources.
- Manage and optimize the enterprise Qlik Sense environment and related business intelligence solutions.
- Establish and maintain enterprise data governance standards, policies, and best practices.
- Partner with business and technology leaders to align data architecture with strategic business objectives.
- Mentor and provide technical leadership to data analysts, BI developers, and data engineers.
- Develop and maintain enterprise data models, documentation, and reporting standards.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise analytics.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing Snowflake solutions.
- Experience designing Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) or enterprise customer data ecosystems.
- Strong expertise in data modeling, cloud data platforms, ETL/ELT processes, and enterprise data warehousing.
- Experience administering Qlik Sense or comparable enterprise business intelligence platforms.
- Experience with data orchestration tools such as Airflow, Matillion, dbt, Fivetran, or similar technologies.
- Experience supporting multi-location retail, automotive, or customer-focused organizations is preferred.
Why Join Hudson Automotive Group?
- Opportunity to shape the future of enterprise data and analytics for one of the Southeast's fastest-growing automotive groups
- Collaborative, high-performing technology team focused on innovation and continuous improvement
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) with company participation
- Paid Time Off
- Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
If you're passionate about building scalable enterprise data solutions and leveraging technology to drive business decisions, we'd love to hear from you.
Hudson Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise analytics.
- 3+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing Snowflake solutions.
- Experience designing Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) or enterprise customer data ecosystems.
- Strong expertise in data modeling, cloud data platforms, ETL/ELT processes, and enterprise data warehousing.
- Experience administering Qlik Sense or comparable enterprise BI platforms.
- Experience with data orchestration tools such as Airflow, Matillion, dbt, Fivetran, or similar technologies.
- Experience supporting multi-location retail, automotive, or customer-focused organizations.
What We Do
Hudson Automotive Group is a third-generation, family-owned and operated automotive retail organization specializing in the sale of new and pre-owned vehicles. As one of the largest dealership groups in the country, it operates over 68 locations across Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, and Tennessee, providing comprehensive automotive sales, service, and maintenance to its customers.
