Business Intelligence Architect

Opportunity for Senior Independent Consultant – Data / BI Architect Are you an experienced Data and BI Architect looking to maximize your impact and command a premium bill rate? This is a high-visibility, high-value consulting engagement ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in independent roles and delivers enterprise-grade solutions. We’re seeking a strategic, results-driven consultant to lead technical direction across a portfolio of advanced data and AI initiatives. You’ll work autonomously with senior stakeholders, shaping data architecture, optimizing source systems, and driving innovation through AI and machine learning. This role is designed for a consultant who brings deep expertise, communicates with clarity, and consistently delivers at the highest level. Engagement Scope As the lead Data / BI Architect, you will: • Provide technical leadership across enterprise data initiatives, including data warehousing, business intelligence, data modeling, and source system optimization. • Design and implement conceptual, logical, and physical data models that align with business goals and technical strategy. • Architect scalable, high-performance data infrastructure that supports advanced analytics and AI/ML capabilities. • Develop and maintain robust data pipelines, ETL processes, and integration frameworks to ensure data quality, consistency, and availability. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver tailored, high-impact data solutions. • Partner with business stakeholders to design and deploy AI/ML models that enhance decision-making, automate processes, and unlock new value streams. Engagement Details • Start Date: 07/07/2025 • Duration: 12 months+ (with strong potential for extension) • Experience Level: 5+ years in architect role (senior-level expertise expected) • Office Location: Hybrid (onsite presence may be required periodically) • Employment Type: 1099 (Independent Consultant) or W2 (Contractor) Technical Environment You’ll be working in a modern, cloud-forward tech stack that includes: • Data & BI Tools: Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Crystal Reports XI, SAP Business Objects, Informatica, Trillium, Snowflake • Databases: Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Postgres, Amazon RDS, NoSQL databases • Languages & Frameworks: ANSI SQL, XML, R (for data visualization), Python • AI/ML Ecosystem: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, Scikit-learn, Apache Spark, Databricks, Jupyter Notebooks • Cloud Platforms: AWS (SageMaker, EC2, S3), Azure (Machine Learning Studio, Databricks) • Productivity & Modeling Tools: MS Visio, Microsoft 365 Services This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role where your expertise will directly shape enterprise data strategy and innovation. If you're an independent consultant ready to deliver at the highest level—and be compensated accordingly—this engagement is built for you.