Data Architect

At VyStar, we offer competitive pay, an excellent benefit package that includes a 401(k) Plan, an extensive paid technical and on-the-job training program, and tuition reimbursement--available to all full and part time employees.  Part time positions start at a minimum of 30 hours per week.

We encourage you to become a part of VyStar Credit Union's family of employees.

Data Architect

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT

The Data Architect is responsible for designing, creating, and managing the organization’s data architecture with the goal of ensuring data is organized, accessible, secure, and aligned with business objectives. Reporting directly to SVP Head of Data and Analytics, this role is critical in establishing a solid foundation for data management. The Data Architect will interpret and deliver impactful strategic plans to design and/or improve databases, data storage, data integration, data quality, and data delivery in support of business initiatives and roadmaps.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Simplify the existing data architecture, delivering reusable services and cost-saving opportunities in line with company policies and standards. Engage and participate in peer review and quality assurance of project architectural artifacts in collaboration with Enterprise Architecture.

• Design the structure and layout of data systems, including databases, warehouses, and lakes. Select and implement database management systems that meet enterprise needs by defining data schemas, optimizing data storage, and establishing data access controls and security measures. Design and implement processes for the ETL process from various sources into the organization’s data systems.

• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies for data management, storage, and analytics. Inform and implement the long-term technology strategy and innovations roadmaps across analytics, data engineering, and data platforms. Consult senior business stakeholders to secure strong engagement and ensure that project delivery aligns with longer-term strategic roadmaps.

• Work with IT teams, business analysts, and analytics teams in business domains to understand data needs and develop solutions. Translate high-level business requirements into data models and appropriate metadata, test data, and data quality standards. Define and manage standards, guidelines, and processes to ensure data quality.

• All employees and business units, as first line of defense, are expected to proactively help identify, assess, manage, and report risks within their domain of work. To enhance a healthy risk culture and support our growth for good pillar, employees will maintain vigilance in safeguarding our operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory mandates. The Risk team serves as the second line of defense by providing risk oversight and credible challenge whereas the Audit team serves as the third line of defense by providing risk assurance.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate each of the following VyStar Excellence behaviors in performing the duties and responsibilities of their job.

• Focus               Focus your full attention by carefully listening to and observing your client             or member.

• Connect          Consistently be friendly and approachable. Demonstrate you care.

• Understand     Listen empathetically and ask questions. (70%/30%)

• Counsel           Recommend solutions based on your client’s or member’s needs and         objectives.

• Advance          Ensure that member's expectations were exceeded.

                                    Verify necessary follow-up action.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.

• Master’s degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• 5 years of relevant experience in design and implementation of data models for enterprise data warehouse or data lake initiatives.

• Experience leading projects involving database design, data warehousing, data modeling, and data analysis.

• Design experience in PostgreSQL, NoSQL database, SQL Server, Azure (Databricks, Data Factory, Data Lake, etc.), SSRS/SSIS, PowerBI, Power Platform, Dataverse, and holistic enterprise data architecture.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required

• Proficiency in the design and implementation of modern data architectures and concepts such as cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP), real-time data distribution (Kafka, Dataflow), and modern data warehouse tools (Snowflake, Databricks).

• Experience with database technologies such as SQL Server, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Hadoop, or Teradata.

• Understanding of entity-relationship modeling, metadata systems, and data quality tools and techniques.

• Strategic thinking ability to relate architectural decisions and recommendations to business needs and client culture.

• Ability to assess traditional and modern data architecture components based on business needs.

• Experience in mature agile workflows.

• Experience with business intelligence tools and technologies such as ETL and Power BI.

• Ability to regularly learn and adopt new technology, especially in the ML/AI realm.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to synthesize and clearly communicate large volumes of complex information to senior management of various technical understandings.

• Ability to collaborate and excel in complex, cross-functional teams involving data scientists, data engineers, cloud engineers, governance analysts, data developers, DBAs, business analysts, and stakeholders.

• Ability to guide solution design and architecture to meet business needs.

Preferred

• Strong programming abilities in languages such as .NET, Java, and C/C++.

• Proficiency in data science languages/tools such as SQL, R, Python, pandas, MLFlow, etc.

DISCLAIMERS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Nothing in this position description is an implied contract for employment.  The position description is intended to be an accurate account of the essential functions.  The functions are not all encompassing and are subject to change at any time by management.

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As required or requested, you may be required to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

VyStar Credit Union is not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at VyStar via e-mail, internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of VyStar Credit Union.

No placement fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.

Thank you for your inquiry regarding our current job opening.  Your resume will be carefully reviewed against the position requirements. Should your experience and skills match, you will be contacted by one of our Human Resources department staff members.

Thank you again for your interest in this position!

VyStar Credit Union Human Resources