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Data Architect
<p>We’re seeking a <strong>contract</strong> hands-on <strong>Data Architect</strong> to drive data strategy, architecture, and migration efforts within a large-scale enterprise transformation initiative. This role will play a critical part in transitioning from a legacy on-premise ERP system to a modern SaaS-based platform, ensuring data integrity, governance, and long-term scalability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Data Strategy &amp; Architecture</p><ul><li>Define enterprise data architecture aligned to SaaS ERP</li><li>Develop data models and enforce standards/governance</li><li>Translate business needs into scalable data solutions</li></ul><p>Data Migration &amp; Conversion</p><ul><li>Lead ERP data migration (profiling, mapping, cleansing, cutover)</li><li>Ensure data accuracy through validation and reconciliation</li><li>Establish data lineage, security, and lifecycle standards</li></ul><p>Data Governance &amp; Quality</p><ul><li>Implement governance framework and data ownership model</li><li>Monitor data quality and drive remediation processes</li><li>Align business rules and manage data access controls</li></ul><p>Integrations &amp; Ecosystem</p><ul><li>Design integrations across enterprise systems</li><li>Define APIs, data flows, and middleware patterns</li><li>Ensure scalability, performance, and security</li></ul><p>Analytics &amp; Reporting Enablement</p><ul><li>Enable data structures for reporting, analytics, and AI</li><li>Support BI and self-service reporting capabilities</li><li>Maintain data models and cataloging standards</li></ul><p>Leadership &amp; Delivery</p><ul><li>Act as data SME for the transformation program</li><li>Partner with stakeholders and delivery teams</li><li>Mentor team members and align data strategy to business goals</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Required Qualifications</p><ul><li>7+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or related roles</li><li>Hands-on experience leading ERP data migration initiatives</li><li><strong>Expertise in:</strong></li><li>Data modeling (conceptual, logical, physical)</li><li>ETL/ELT processes and tools</li><li>Data governance and data quality frameworks</li><li>SQL, data warehousing, and cloud data platforms</li><li>Experience with integration patterns (APIs, middleware, event-driven architecture)</li><li>Experience building self-service analytics/reporting environments</li><li>Extensive analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills</li><li>Excellent communication and leadership abilities</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p><ul><li>Experience supporting enterprise SaaS transformations</li><li>Familiarity with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)</li><li>Experience enabling “data as a strategic asset” initiatives</li><li>Exposure to regulated reporting or compliance-driven environments</li></ul>
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  • Austin, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 70 - 75 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We’re seeking a <strong>contract</strong> hands-on <strong>Data Architect</strong> to drive data strategy, architecture, and migration efforts within a large-scale enterprise transformation initiative. This role will play a critical part in transitioning from a legacy on-premise ERP system to a modern SaaS-based platform, ensuring data integrity, governance, and long-term scalability.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Data Strategy &amp; Architecture</p><ul><li>Define enterprise data architecture aligned to SaaS ERP</li><li>Develop data models and enforce standards/governance</li><li>Translate business needs into scalable data solutions</li></ul><p>Data Migration &amp; Conversion</p><ul><li>Lead ERP data migration (profiling, mapping, cleansing, cutover)</li><li>Ensure data accuracy through validation and reconciliation</li><li>Establish data lineage, security, and lifecycle standards</li></ul><p>Data Governance &amp; Quality</p><ul><li>Implement governance framework and data ownership model</li><li>Monitor data quality and drive remediation processes</li><li>Align business rules and manage data access controls</li></ul><p>Integrations &amp; Ecosystem</p><ul><li>Design integrations across enterprise systems</li><li>Define APIs, data flows, and middleware patterns</li><li>Ensure scalability, performance, and security</li></ul><p>Analytics &amp; Reporting Enablement</p><ul><li>Enable data structures for reporting, analytics, and AI</li><li>Support BI and self-service reporting capabilities</li><li>Maintain data models and cataloging standards</li></ul><p>Leadership &amp; Delivery</p><ul><li>Act as data SME for the transformation program</li><li>Partner with stakeholders and delivery teams</li><li>Mentor team members and align data strategy to business goals</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

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