Data Architect

Job Summary: Data Architect We're seeking a Data Architect who is motivated by variety, is seeking a challenging environment for professional growth, and is interested in supporting large information technology projects for one of our clients in the northeast. The Data Architect will design and manage the organization's data infrastructure, creating blueprints for how data is collected, stored, and integrated to meet business goals. They will work with data engineers, analysts, business leaders, and compliance teams to align data strategy with business objectives and ensure successful implementation. Location: This position located in Newark, NJ. Ideal candidate must be local to the area and able to go into the office periodically when needed. If not local, they must be willing to travel as needed. Responsibilities: • Work with business SMEs to understand analytical and reporting requirements • Translate business and reporting needs into conceptual, logical, and physical data models • Define data standards, relationships, and data pipeline transformation requirements for data engineering implementation • Design and implement and Redshift data models, including tables, views/materialized view to ensure optimal performance and scalability Required Education & Experience: • Bachelor's degree in related field with 8+ years of experience as a data engineer Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. • Experience in transformation business requirements into optimal data model. Ideally experience working with customer analytics. • Expertise in dimensional modeling (Star and Snowflake schemas) • Experience with AWS Redshift and performance optimization • Knowledge of AWS Glue, Redshift, Step Functions for data architecture • Familiar with AWS DataZone for data lineage and governance • Self-driven and have demonstrated the ability to work independently with minimum guidance • Demonstrated multitasking ability, problem solving skills and a consistent record of on time delivery and customer service • Excellent organizational and communication skills Preferred Qualifications: • Utilities experience • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional (or Associate) • AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate location: Elizabeth, New Jersey job type: Contract salary: $50 - 58 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors Responsibilities: Data Architect We're seeking a Data Architect who is motivated by variety, is seeking a challenging environment for professional growth, and is interested in supporting large information technology projects for one of our clients in the northeast. The Data Architect will design and manage the organization's data infrastructure, creating blueprints for how data is collected, stored, and integrated to meet business goals. They will work with data engineers, analysts, business leaders, and compliance teams to align data strategy with business objectives and ensure successful implementation. Location: This position located in Newark, NJ. Ideal candidate must be local to the area and able to go into the office periodically when needed. If not local, they must be willing to travel as needed. Responsibilities: • Work with business SMEs to understand analytical and reporting requirements • Translate business and reporting needs into conceptual, logical, and physical data models • Define data standards, relationships, and data pipeline transformation requirements for data engineering implementation • Design and implement and Redshift data models, including tables, views/materialized view to ensure optimal performance and scalability Required Education & Experience: • Bachelor's degree in related field with 8+ years of experience as a data engineer Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. • Experience in transformation business requirements into optimal data model. Ideally experience working with customer analytics. • Expertise in dimensional modeling (Star and Snowflake schemas) • Experience with AWS Redshift and performance optimization • Knowledge of AWS Glue, Redshift, Step Functions for data architecture • Familiar with AWS DataZone for data lineage and governance • Self-driven and have demonstrated the ability to work independently with minimum guidance • Demonstrated multitasking ability, problem solving skills and a consistent record of on time delivery and customer service • Excellent organizational and communication skills Preferred Qualifications: • Utilities experience • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional (or Associate) • AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: • Utilities experience • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional (or Associate) • AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.