Data Architect|| USC , GC

Key Responsibilities: Design and implement enterprise-wide data architecture that supports business strategy and growth. Develop data models, data lakes, and data warehouses for both structured and unstructured data. Establish and enforce data governance, security, and compliance frameworks across the organization. Evaluate and recommend data storage, processing, and management technologies (SQL/NoSQL, cloud platforms, etc.). Lead data integration, migration, and ETL initiatives across diverse systems and platforms. Collaborate with engineering, business intelligence (BI), and analytics teams to ensure data accessibility and flow efficiency. Monitor and optimize database performance, scalability, and security. Ensure compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, and other relevant regulatory standards. Stay current with emerging data technologies, tools, and industry best practices to continually improve data capabilities. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in Enterprise Data Architecture and Data Modeling. Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra). Strong hands-on experience with cloud data platforms such as AWS (Redshift), Azure (Synapse), and GCP (BigQuery, Snowflake). Expertise in Big Data technologies and Analytics platforms. Solid understanding of ETL and Data Integration processes. Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and data security frameworks. Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work across cross-functional teams Job Type: Contract Pay: $55.04 - $70.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Work Location: In person