Position: Senior Data Architect Location: Remote (Client location: Boston, MA) Client: Accenture (through our prime vendor) Start Date: Immediate Visa Requirement: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Background Check: Candidates must be able to clear standard background, criminal, and CORI checks (CJIS certification required) Key Responsibilities Data Architecture & Engineering • Design and optimize cloud-native data platforms, including Snowflake, Redshift, and Big Query • Architect and manage Lakehouse environments such as Databricks and Delta Lake • Develop scalable and secure Spark-based data pipelines • Implement robust ETL orchestration using Airflow • Define and enforce metadata management and data governance frameworks • Ensure data integrity through validation, monitoring, and quality controls Technical Leadership • Uphold data privacy and compliance standards (HIPAA, FISMA, FedRAMP) • Translate complex business requirements into scalable data solutions • Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and optimize data workflows • Mentor team members and contribute to solution architecture decisions Collaboration & Communication • Partner with cross-functional teams including data analysts, developers, and business stakeholders • Deliver technical insights and architectural guidance to both technical and non-technical teams • Stay up to date with evolving technologies and recommend improvements accordingly Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s or master's in computer science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field • 5+ years of experience in data architecture or data engineering • Hands-on expertise in Snowflake (performance tuning, micro-partitioning, and security) • Strong programming skills (Python, Java, or Scala) • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP • Familiarity with DevOps/IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, GitHub Actions, Jenkins) • Proven track record in designing secure, scalable data platforms Preferred Qualifications • Experience with public health data analytics or government data systems • Familiarity with public sector compliance frameworks (HIPAA, CJIS, FedRAMP) • Experience with Tableau or other data visualization tools • Strong understanding of metadata management and data governance frameworks