Data Architecture Director

Leidos QTC Health Services is  hiring a Data Architect Director
We have started a significant modernization effort in the way it builds software by moving away from monolithic applications towards microservices, automation, and cloud
As the Director of Data Architecture, you will help Leidos QTC Health Services on its transformation journey by leading a team of data professionals, working closely with business and IT, understanding the enterprise landscape and current challenges, designing innovative data and business intelligence solutions, and working with delivery teams to ensure proper implementation
You will also serve as a change agent, coach, mentor and facilitator within our company.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Lead, develop, coach, and manage a team of data professionals in modernizing Leidos QTC Health Service's data architectureEnsure timely delivery of high quality deliverables across multiple projects, providing supervision and guidance while empowering team members and load-balancing their workEngage with senior business stakeholders and translate business requirements into long-term data architecture vision, strategy, and roadmaps to best serve our growth goals and satisfy employees and customers data needsLead the design of enterprise-class data solutions that are performant, scalable, secure, and resilientLead the analysis and definition of data architecture frameworks, including reference data, metadata, master data, data modeling, SQL and No-SQL database design, data warehousing architecture, and business intelligence and analyticsEnsure data quality across the enterprise, from applications to data warehouses/marts, to business reports and dashboardsCreate and deliver executive level presentations and communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiencesCreate and communicate enterprise data principles, guidelines, standards, and reference architecturesPromote the use of shared platforms and servicesStay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, emerging technologies, and major vendors and proactively apply that to improve our data architecturePerform other duties and responsibilities as assignedCompetencies:Strong experience leading data teams and modernization effortsDemonstrated track record in architecting, implementing and maintaining enterprise data solutionsSolid knowledge in all major areas of data engineering and architecture:SQL and NoSQL DBs, data lakes/warehouses, ETL, master data mgmt., analytics, BI, and ML/AIData modeling, mining, managing, warehousing, cleansing, visualization and reportingData security, authentication/authorization, encryption, privacy, scalability, and resiliencyAWS, SDLC, CI/CD, DevOps, and agile/scrumKnowledge of microservices, APIs, messaging, logging and monitoring, and integration is a plusExperience in vendor platform evaluations including criteria and scorecard developmentHigh attention to detail and strong analytical, organizational, and task management skillsStrong leadership skills to include personnel management, collaboration, communication and presentation, ability to influence others, strategic thinking, and accountabilityEducation and/or Experience:Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related discipline14 to 20 years of progressive professional experience in data engineering and architecture3 to 5 years of experience leading and managing data teamsAWS certification highly desirableExperience in the healthcare industry is a plusMust be able to successfully pass National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigationPay and Benefits:Salary range: $165,000 – $230,000 w/ up to 15% bonus eligibilityPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision
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Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement
More details are available here. The Leidos QTC Health Services pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary
Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to): geographic location, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.Leidos QTC Health Services is a VEVRAA Federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer
The company has an ongoing commitment to affirmative action and the creation of a workplace free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation
The company recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, people with disabilities protected under law, and  protected veteran status.* This job description supersedes all prior job descriptions and is intended to describe the general content and essential requirements for the position listed above
It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties and responsibilities
Management reserves the right to add or change the duties of this position as required at any time.QualificationsEDUCATIONBachelors or better in Computer Science or related fieldJob SummaryRequisition Number: SOLUT016028Job Category: Information TechnologySchedule: Full-Time