We’re seeking a Senior Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of modern and scalable enterprise data solutions for clients in the financial services industry. This role combines deep expertise in Financial Systems, Salesforce solutions, and modern data architectures (Data Lakes, Lakehouses, and Data Mesh) with the ability to guide technical teams and influence client strategy. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of architecture, integration, and delivery, and excels in building client relationships via defining and directing data strategies that align with the client’s business objectives.
Primary Responsibilities
- Enterprise Data Architecture & Modernization
- Architect scalable Data Lake, Lakehouse, and Data Mesh solutions using Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Databricks, and related platforms.
- Define enterprise data models using dimensional modeling, 3NF, Kimball, Data Vault methodologies.
- Assess legacy core banking systems and design modernization strategies aligned to target-state architecture.
- Establish scalable architectural patterns that support analytics, reporting, AI/ML, and distributed data products.
- Data Engineering & Integration
- Design scalable batch, streaming, API-based, and CDC-driven data pipelines.
- Lead ETL/ELT architecture and optimization using modern orchestration and transformation frameworks (e.g., PySpark, SQL, Scala, Delta Lake).
- Ensure integration readiness, performance optimization, and long-term sustainability of data platforms.
- Governance, Security & Observability
- Define and contribute to enterprise data governance frameworks including MDM, metadata management, lineage, and data quality standards.
- Design role-based access control, encryption, and regulatory compliance solutions (e.g., banking regulations, GDPR, HIPAA).
- Incorporate data observability practices including monitoring, logging, and alerting to ensure reliability and quality.
- Data Product & Operating Model Leadership
- Define and align domain-oriented data product operating models across key business domains.
- Partner with Data Product Owners and business stakeholders to align requirements, priorities, and value realization.
- Establish scalable processes that accelerate data product development while maintaining governance and quality standards.
- Client & Delivery Leadership
- Serve as architectural lead in client-facing engagements, articulating strategy and technical value.
- Collaborate with sales and delivery teams to scope solutions and define engagement approaches.
- Mentor technical teams and promote best practices in architecture, engineering, and deployment.
- Monitor progress during project execution, identifying risks and ensuring alignment with architectural principles and client objectives.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years designing and delivering enterprise-scale data solutions in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
- Proven experience architecting modern data platforms using Databricks, Snowflake, Synapse, or Microsoft Fabric, and tools like Talend, Informatica, and SSIS.
- Strong expertise in data modeling (Dimensional, 3NF, Data Vault) and enterprise integration design.
- Hands-on experience building and optimizing ETL/ELT pipelines using PySpark, SQL, Scala, or similar technologies.
- Experience implementing governance, security, and compliance controls in regulated industries (financial services preferred).
- Strong background in database development (SQL, T-SQL, PL/SQL, etc.) and scripting (Python, TypeScript, etc).
- Experience leading technical teams in client-facing consulting engagements.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, to ensure understanding of the desired outcome is shared and met.
- Remote position with up to 30% travel based on client needs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience with Salesforce FSC data architecture and financial services data models.
- Certifications or hands-on experience with Databricks, Snowflake and/or Salesforce.
- Experience designing AI/ML data pipelines or supporting advanced analytics use cases.
- Familiarity with Salesforce data migrations and multi-system integrations.
- Prior experience in Agile environments or delivery leadership roles.
Qualities of the Ideal Candidate
- Thrives in a team-based, high energy and fast-paced environment
- Service-oriented with a strong commitment to client success and delivery excellence.
- Passionate about emerging technologies and continuous learning.
- Analytical and able to logically and methodically work through problems
- Strong aptitude for prioritization and multitasking in a deadline-driven environment
- Demonstrates the following leadership skills:
- Setting clear expectations and deadlines for project team members
- Assigning and directing the work of project team members
- Coaching and mentoring team members
- Monitoring progress and escalating risks, along with mitigation plans, when necessary
How we work
- Fully remote, designed for flexibility, focus, and balance
- Paid training and certifications to support your growth
- Unlimited PTO so you can take the time you need
Belonging and equity matter here. We are committed to an inclusive and equitable workplace with equal opportunity, fair pay practices, and respect for every background and identity. Come for the mission. Stay for the people.
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What We Do
Zennify is a preeminent Salesforce and nCino partner with decades of experience delivering high quality client results, indicated by our 4.9/5 Customer Satisfaction Score ❤️.
Imagine a consulting partner who delivers solutions with the skills and quality of a large firm and the focused attention and reliability of a trusted friend. A partner who will solve your toughest business challenges by actively listening, strategically advising, and challenging assumptions to ensure success. One who deeply understands your industry and proactively shares ideas, while going above and beyond to deliver projects that exceed your expectations. One that can flexibly manage every aspect of your solution, from a new implementation and complex integrations to innovation strategy, training, or ongoing platform work. One who helps you give back by investing 1% of the time, money, and resources from every project to support the community and the planet. That partner is Zennify.
We’ve earned the trust of our customers and partners with our 4.8/5 Customer Satisfaction Rating. And thanks to that high level of trust and confidence in our solutions, we’re on Salesforce’s Partner Advisory Board and Salesforce Ventures is invested in our success. Our track record speaks to the commitment, vision, and skill we bring to every engagement. Across our team, we’ve launched digital portals for commercial banks, supported massive org merges, worked through complex data and systems architectures, trained global business units, and more. We stay inspired, keep our clients inspired—and deliver results that matter.
