Data Architect

Data Architect (Hybrid/Remote) Who We Are Util-Assist is a leading consulting and services partner to electric, water, and gas utilities across North America. We help utilities navigate digital transformation—empowering them with smart technology, data-driven solutions, and customer-first services. From outage communications to billing support and grid security, we’re reshaping how utilities serve their communities. The Opportunity We are seeking a skilled Data Architect to join our growing Consulting team. The Data Architect plays a vital role in designing and leading the implementation of modern enterprise data architectures that enable advanced analytics and digital transformation for our utility customers. This role focuses on defining scalable, secure, and high-performing data solutions across both cloud and on-premise environments. The Data Architect collaborates closely with product owners, data engineers, and delivery teams to translate business needs into robust data architectures supporting key utility domains such as Customer, Metering, Asset, Grid Operations, Energy Supply, Demand, Regulatory, and Finance. The ideal candidate ensures data integrity, accessibility, and alignment with organizational and regulatory objectives while driving continuous improvement across the data ecosystem. What You’ll Be Doing Design and oversee enterprise data architectures to enable analytics, reporting, and operational insights across utility business domains. Define and maintain end-to-end data architecture across structured, semi-structured, and unstructured sources, ensuring integration, consistency, and accessibility. Assess business and technology needs to recommend scalable, secure, and compliant data solutions. Collaborate with data engineers and business product owners to translate data requirements into architecture designs supporting analytics and regulatory objectives. Monitor and optimize data pipelines, storage, and compute resources for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Establish standards for data governance, quality, and lineage in alignment with customers’ policies. Continuously evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and tools to strengthen data architecture and processing capabilities. Champion data-driven decision-making and promote adoption of modern data architecture principles across utility customers. Create technical documentation and provide training on best practices and new technologies. Perform ad-hoc tasks as needed. What You’ll Bring Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex data concepts into business-friendly language. Proficiency in SQL, enterprise data modeling (conceptual, logical, and physical), performance optimization, metadata management, and data lifecycle practices. Proven ability to work within Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD environments. Proficiency with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP), with exposure to hybrid cloud strategies. Understanding of data lifecycle, self-serve analytics, and federated data governance. Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud-native deployment practices. Knowledge of data integration and synchronization principles across systems. Knowledge of utility concepts and systems (e.g., AMI, MDM, CIS) is considered an asset but not required. Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 5+ years in data architecture, engineering, or solution design with proven experience in data platform architecture. Experience working in a software development environment. Proven experience designing and delivering modern data architectures across cloud and on-prem environments. Experience with real-time/streaming data, event-driven systems, and analytics enablement. Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP), modern data stack tools (e.g., dbt, ADF, Snowflake, Informatica, Databricks, Azure Synapse, Microsoft Fabric, Kafka, Oracle, MySQL, Power BI) and modern data lakes. Experience with implementing best practices in data governance, quality, and lineage. Experience with modern data transformation and integration tools (dbt, ADF, Informatica) and data pipeline orchestration. Hands‑on experience with scalable cloud data warehouses (Snowflake, Azure Synapse Analytics) and modern lakehouse architectures (Azure Data Lake, Databricks Lakehouse, including emerging frameworks). Why You’ll Love Working at Util-Assist Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a truly flexible work environment with hybrid work arrangements and adaptable hours. Summer Hours Program: Flex your schedule to enjoy extra days off from June to August. Upfront Vacation & Birthday Day Off: Get your full vacation balance at the start of the year and celebrate your birthday your way with a paid day off. Award‑Winning Culture: Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-focused team that’s proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work® four years running. Comprehensive Wellness Support: Access a full Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources, Nutritional Health Coaching, a Health Care Spending Account, and recognition as one of the Best Places to Work for Mental Wellness in 2025. Career Growth: Thrive in a fast‑growing company where your ambitions are supported and your development matters. Innovative Environment: Work at the forefront of utility transformation, surrounded by forward‑thinking teammates and impactful projects. Competitive Compensation: Receive a pay package that recognizes your expertise and contributions. Comprehensive Benefits: Access generous health and dental coverage with low premiums, and RRSP matching to support your long‑term goals. Parental Leave Top‑Up: Growing your family? We provide enhanced support through our parental leave top‑up program. Perks & Discounts: Take advantage of exclusive offers on fitness memberships, mobile/data plans, and vehicle purchases. Employment and EEO Statement To work with us, successful candidates must complete a SIN and passport verification and pass a police vulnerability check. Util‑Assist is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. To request accommodation, please contact us at hr@util‑assist.com. All accommodation requests will be handled confidentially. Please note that Util‑Assist does not offer immigration‑related support, such as visa sponsorship, work permit applications, or permanent residency assistance. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work in Canada or the U.S. Sponsorship decisions, if any, are made on a case‑by‑case basis based on business needs. We thank all applicants for their interest in Util‑Assist; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr