Senior Data Architect

Job Title:
Senior Data Architect

Location:
Alberta (Remote / Hybrid within Alberta)

Duration:
12+ Months (with extension option)

Engagement Type:
Full-time Contract

Rate:
Competitive (based on experience)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced
Senior Data Architect
to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-scale data systems and cloud-based architectures.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader who can align data strategy, architecture, and governance with organizational goals—enabling scalable, secure, and efficient digital solutions across multiple platforms and teams.

This position offers an opportunity to shape the data foundation for large-scale enterprise initiatives, modernize legacy systems, and drive cloud adoption across public and private environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead
  data architecture strategy and design
  for enterprise applications and digital platforms.
• Develop
  data models, governance frameworks, and standards
  for structured and unstructured data.
• Design, provision, and optimize databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB, etc.) for performance, scalability, and high availability.
• Define and implement
  data management, analytics, and integration architectures
  aligned with cloud-native principles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—Product Owners, Developers, Architects, and DevOps engineers—to deliver high-quality data-driven solutions.
• Ensure adherence to
  data governance, security, and compliance
  best practices.
• Conduct
  data analysis, impact assessments, and risk mitigation
  to support business and technical decisions.
• Mentor technical teams and promote continuous improvement in data architecture practices.
• Drive innovation through emerging technologies such as
  AI, ML, automation, and advanced analytics
  .

Core Technology Environment

• Cloud:
  Microsoft Azure (preferred), AWS, or Google Cloud
• Databases:
  MS SQL Server, Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB
• Languages & Frameworks:
  C#, .NET Core, TypeScript, React
• Data Tools:
  Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Power BI, Databricks
• Practices:
  Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, DataOps, Human-Centered Design

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8+ years
  of progressive experience as a
  Data Architect, Software Architect, or Senior Data Engineer
  .
• Proven experience designing and implementing
  enterprise-level databases and data solutions
  in large-scale environments.
• Strong understanding of
  cloud architecture
  (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and modern data platforms.
• Expertise in
  data modeling, database performance tuning, and optimization
  .
• Deep knowledge of
  enterprise architecture principles
  , methods, and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with the
  Microsoft technology stack
  (.NET, Azure, SQL Server).
• Minimum
  2 years
  working on a large enterprise project end-to-end in a data leadership capacity.

Preferred Experience

• Experience leading
  data modernization
  or
  cloud migration
  initiatives.
• Familiarity with
  AI-driven data management
  and
  automation
  of data pipelines.
• Experience collaborating with teams practicing
  UX design
  ,
  service design
  , or
  human-centered design
  .
• Proficiency in
  data governance, metadata management, and security frameworks
  .
• Background in
  public sector, energy, utilities, or enterprise-scale environments
  .

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on technical delivery.
• Comfortable working in dynamic, cross-functional, Agile teams.

Why Join

• Opportunity to design and influence
  enterprise-scale data ecosystems
  .
• Work on
  modern cloud-native projects
  using cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborative environment promoting innovation, learning, and professional growth.
• Flexible
  remote work model
  with potential onsite collaboration in Alberta.