Principal Data Modeler Architect

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Reston, VA, USA
Hybrid
167K-251K Annually
Expert/Leader
Digital Media • Information Technology • News + Entertainment
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The Role
Lead enterprise data modeling and architecture efforts, define standards and governance, and architect/optimize Snowflake solutions. Drive legacy data warehouse modernization and migration, mentor modelers, conduct design reviews, and partner with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, governed data platforms.
Summary Generated by Built In
Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You'll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)
Job Summary
This job entails leading the development of software and web applications in line with business and user needs. It involves integrating new systems, The Data Modeling & Data Engineering is responsible for defining and maintaining enterprise data models and architecture that enable scalable, reliable, and governed data solutions. The team partners closely with Data Engineering, Platform Engineering, Product, Governance, and Business teams to translate business requirements into effective data structures and solutions. The team also plays a key role in Snowflake modernization, legacy data warehouse migration, data standardization, and optimization across the enterprise
Job Description
Must Have Skills:
  • Enterprise Data Modeling - Strong experience with conceptual, logical, and physical data modeling, dimensional modeling, 3NF, and data warehouse design.
  • Data Modeling Tools - Hands-on experience with tools such as ERwin, ER/Studio, SAP PowerDesigner, or equivalent for creating, maintaining, and governing enterprise data models.
  • Snowflake Architecture - Strong knowledge of Snowflake data modeling, performance optimization, security, scalability, and migration from legacy platforms.
  • Data Architecture & Governance - Ability to define data architecture standards, naming conventions, metadata, data lineage, data quality, and governance practices.
  • Technical Leadership - Proven ability to lead complex data initiatives, influence architecture decisions, mentor engineers/modelers, and collaborate effectively with business and technology stakeholders

Job Details:
  • Lead the design and implementation of enterprise conceptual, logical, and physical data models using industry-standard data modeling tools (e.g., ERwin, ER/Studio, SAP PowerDesigner, Lucidchart) to support scalable and governed data solutions.
  • Define and enforce enterprise data modeling standards, naming conventions, metadata, and data governance practices to ensure consistency, quality, and maintainability across the organization.
  • Architect and optimize Snowflake data models, including dimensional, normalized, and hybrid schemas, to support high-performance analytics, reporting, and AI/ML workloads.
  • Partner with Data Engineering, Product, Architecture, and Business stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable data models and enterprise data architecture.
  • Lead data architecture for strategic initiatives, including legacy data warehouse modernization and migration to Snowflake, ensuring performance, scalability, security, and cost optimization.
  • Conduct architecture and data model design reviews, mentor engineers and data modelers, and provide technical leadership to ensure adherence to enterprise best practices.
  • Drive continuous improvement by evaluating emerging data modeling methodologies, cloud technologies, and automation capabilities to enhance the organization's data architecture and engineering maturity.

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
Data Lake; Teradata SQL; Cloud Platform; Big Data Hadoop; Data Warehousing (DW); Collaboration; Technical Knowledge
Salary:
Virginia Pay Range: $167,383.91 - $251,075.87
Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
Relevant Work Experience
10 Years +

Skills Required

  • Enterprise data modeling (conceptual, logical, physical, dimensional modeling, 3NF, data warehouse design)
  • Hands-on experience with data modeling tools (ERwin, ER/Studio, SAP PowerDesigner or equivalent)
  • Snowflake architecture experience (data modeling, performance optimization, security, scalability, migration)
  • Define and enforce data architecture standards, naming conventions, metadata, lineage, data quality, and governance
  • Technical leadership: lead complex data initiatives, mentor engineers/modelers, influence architecture decisions
  • Experience with legacy data warehouse modernization and migration to cloud platforms
  • Teradata SQL experience
  • Experience with Big Data / Hadoop and Data Lake concepts
  • Cloud platform experience for data solutions
  • Data Warehousing (DW) expertise
  • 10 years+ relevant work experience
  • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent combination of coursework and experience)

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Comcast Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans with 24/7 virtual care and mental-health resources (therapy/coaching and Calm app) are prominently offered. Feedback suggests these pillars are a standout component of the package.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match, financial coaching, and tuition reimbursement are consistently highlighted in official materials, and many roles note access to an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. These programs are positioned as meaningful parts of total rewards.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave for primary and non‑primary caregivers, fertility and family‑forming coverage, adoption/surrogacy reimbursements, and backup child/elder care are called out. Feedback suggests this breadth is a notable strength for caregivers.

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