Ai Data Architect

Summary

Join Trunk Tools, a fast-growing startup revolutionizing the construction industry with AI-powered solutions. We're seeking a skilled Data Architect to design and implement scalable data architectures for our AI/ML systems. You will play a crucial role in building and integrating data sources, optimizing pipelines, and architecting data versioning systems. This position requires a strong background in data architecture, AI/ML data systems, and modern databases. We offer a competitive salary, stock options, comprehensive benefits, unlimited PTO, and a collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in data architecture, with at least 2 years focused on large-scale AI/ML data systems
• Expert knowledge of modern databases (e.g., vector stores, graph databases) and distributed systems
• Proven track record designing robust data models for both traditional and AI-specific applications
• Hands-on experience with data quality monitoring for machine learning applications
• Proficiency with data orchestration tools and ETL/ELT processes for AI pipelines
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP) and containerized deployments (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with RAG systems and agentic applications

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable data architectures specifically optimized for AI/ML systems and AI-driven applications (including vector and graph databases)
• Design and develop schemas, data models, and APIs to power RAG workflows and agentic systems
• Lead the integration of structured and unstructured data sources, ensuring fast, reliable retrieval and context for AI models
• Collaborate with ML engineers to optimize data pipelines for model training, validation, inference, and feedback loops
• Architect data versioning systems that maintain alignment between models and their training data
• Evaluate emerging data technologies and drive adoption across AI initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MLOps and feature stores
• Knowledge of multimodal data architectures for vision + text systems
• Familiarity with construction data

Benefits

• Competitive salary and stock option equity packages
• 3 Medical Plans to choose from including 100% covered option. Plus Dental and Vision Insurance!
• 401K
• Learning & Growth stipend
• Free lunch provided in NYC and Austin office
• Unlimited PTO
• IRL / In-Person retreats throughout the year