Data Architect - Telecomm, Media & Tech Sector - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

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EY delivers unparalleled tech consulting services in data strategy, business intelligence, digital, machine learning and Artificial Intelligence. We support and enable big ideas, always with the ambitions to keep doing more.

 

The opportunity

EY is seeking a Data Architecture Manager with a strong understanding of data and technology within the TMT sector, complemented by a solid track record of delivery. This individual will spearhead the design, development, and governance of our clients’ data architectures, ensuring scalable, effective, and secure data solutions that align with business objectives and support data imperatives. You will have the opportunity to lead and develop your skill set to keep up with the ever-growing demands of the modern data platform. This is a high growth area and a high visibility role with plenty of opportunities to enhance your skillset and build your career.

 

As a Manager in Data Architecture, you will have the opportunity to lead transformative technology projects and programs that align with our organizational strategy to achieve impactful outcomes. You will provide assurance to leadership by managing timelines, costs, and quality, and lead both technical and non-technical project teams in the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions and infrastructure. Your specialized knowledge in project and program delivery methods, including Agile and Waterfall, will be instrumental in coaching others and proposing solutions to technical constraints.

 

Your key responsibilities

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the effective management and delivery of one or more processes, solutions, and projects, with a focus on quality and effective risk management. You will drive continuous process improvement and identify innovative solutions through research, analysis, and best practices. Managing professional employees or supervising team members to deliver complex technical initiatives, you will apply your depth of expertise to guide others and interpret internal/external issues to recommend quality solutions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring project deliverables are completed and project status is tracked effectively.
• Managing engagement economics and resource planning.
• Identifying opportunities for additional services and leading specific RFP responses.

 

Skills and attributes for success

To thrive in this role, you will need a combination of technical and business skills that will make a significant impact. Your skills will include:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Data Scientists, Business Analysts, and IT teams) to define data requirements, design solutions, and implement data strategies that align with our clients’ objectives.
• Organize and lead workshops and design sessions with stakeholders, including clients, team members, and cross-functional partners, to capture requirements, understand use cases, personas, key business processes, brainstorm solutions, and align on data architecture strategies and projects.
• Logical and physical data modelling – design, develop, and maintain data models and data pipelines.
• Conduct data modelling and design reviews, striving for improved usability and efficiency.
• Design blueprints for data extraction and basic transformations.
• Write SQL scripts and stored procedures, optimize and tune SQL queries for performance and efficiency.
• Design, implement and maintain data security and access controls.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues.
• Agile management and scrum master, maintaining roadmap, tasks, and making sure everyone in the team is working towards a clear goal.
• Participate in presentations and proposals for highly complex projects.
• Technical Skills Applications Integration
• Cloud Computing and Cloud Computing Architecture
• Data Architecture Design and Modelling
• Data Integration and Data Quality.

 

 

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A Bachelor’s degree required (4-year degree)
• Typically, no less than 4 - 6 years relevant experience in Data Architect role designing and building complex data solutions in support of business analytics, data science, software development and data engineering.
• 3+ years’ experience with native cloud products and services such as AWS, Azure or GCP.
• 2+ years of experience mentoring and leading a team of data architects, fostering a culture of innovation and professional development.
• Understanding of data design patterns such as Data Fabric, Data Mesh and Data Vault.
• Ability to facilitate design discussions and communicate architectural decisions.
• Experience in creating reliable solution plans in cooperation with business and multi-disciplinary teams, including costs estimation and delivery approaches.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking through a proven ability to research client inquiries and emerging issues related to regulations, industry practice and new application technologies.
• Experience in using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.).
• Flexible and proactive/self-motivated working style with strong personal ownership of problem resolution.
• Excellent communicator (written and verbal, formal and informal).
• Ability to multi-task under pressure and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be a team player and enjoy working in a cooperative and collaborative team environment.
• Adaptable to new technologies and standards.
• Excellent SQL development skills and good understanding of scripting.
• Excellent understanding of data modelling techniques.
• A valid driver’s license in the US.
• Willingness and ability to travel to meet client needs, potentially up to 50%.

 

 

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Building and Managing Relationships
• Client Trust and Value and Commercial Astuteness
• Communicating With Impact and Digital Fluency
• Experience in at least one of Telecom, Media, and Technology industries.
• Experience with cloud data platforms like Snowflake and Databricks.
• Experience in leading and influencing teams, with a focus on mentorship and professional development.
• A passion for innovation and the strategic application of emerging technologies to solve real-world challenges.
• The ability to foster an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and empowers team members.

 

What we look for

We are looking for top performers who demonstrate a blend of technical expertise and business acumen, with the ability to build strong client relationships and lead teams through change. Emotional agility and hybrid collaboration skills are key to success in this dynamic role.

  What we offer   We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $141,400 to $259,200. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $169,700 to $294,600. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.  

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

  EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.   EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.   Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.   Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.   For those living in California, please click here for additional information.   EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.   EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com