Cloud Data Architect

Summary

Join SMX as a Cloud Data Architect and lead the design and implementation of AWS big data solutions, leveraging your expertise in data warehousing and data lakes. You will recommend innovative data solutions using AWS cloud-native services and guide application teams in adapting to AWS Data Analysis Services. This role involves collaborating with clients and engineering data solutions. The position is primarily remote with quarterly travel to Washington, DC. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

Requirements

• Experience with implementing data analytics tools in AWS (Redshift, S3, QuickSight)
• Experience with AWS Storage Services (S3 and RDS)
• Experience in AWS Event/Data Processing Services (Lambda, Glue, SageMaker)
• Expert in SQL knowledge
• Experience with ETL Tools (e.g., Python)
• Experience with Reporting/Analytics tools
• Excellent collaboration skills and communication skills
• Experience with administration of users, roles, security policies, etc. on AWS
• Understanding of core AWS services, uses, and AWS architecture best practices
• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Science, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Business Analytics disciplines, or related area
• 3+ years of experience with AWS administration, Redshift, and SQL

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data architecture roadmap
• Build relationships with client Chief Data Officer & leadership and Lead Data Scientist
• Design and oversee implementation of big data and architecture solutions
• Be part of the team that implements and supports data solutions
• Help design and develop database objects (tables, views, etc.) and SQL-based ETL processes in support of the implementation
• Maintain optimal data architecture as business requirements evolve and upstream system changes are implemented

Preferred Qualifications

Big Data Architecture

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid leave
• Retirement
• Learning & development opportunities