Senior Domain Data Architect

Job Summary

Designs and develops Domain IT architecture (integrated process, applications, data and technology) solutions to business problems in alignment with the enterprise architecture direction and standards. Requires in-depth logical and practical knowledge in Domain Architecture and basic knowledge of related job disciplines. Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market.

 

This is a Hybrid opportunity. 

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizes in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in Domain Architecture and basic knowledge of related job disciplines to perform complex technical planning, architecture development and modification of specifications for Domain solution delivery.
• Solves complex problems and partners effectively to execute broad, continuous Domain level architecture improvement roadmaps that impacts the organization.
• Works independently, receives minimal guidance and direction to solve for and influence Enterprise and System architecture through Domain level knowledge.
• Reviews high level design to ensure alignment to Solution Architecture.
• May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives.
• Mentor developers and create reference implementations/frameworks.
• Partners with System Architects to elaborate capabilities and features.
• Delivers single domain architecture solutions and executes continuous domain level architecture improvement roadmap.
• Actively supports design and steering of a continuous delivery pipeline.
• Plans Architecture runway for a full solution and fosters built-in quality for entire solution.
• Establishes and supports definition of Non-Functional requirements.

What You'll Bring

• 4 years relevant experience in Domain Architecture preferably in the delivery of single domain architecture solutions.
• Preferred overall 10+ Years of IT experience.
• 3 years relevant experience in Data Architecture required with delivery of one or more domain data architecture solutions, preferred. 
• Knowledge/experience in any of the following, preferred:
  • Architecture Strategy development and execution
  • Roadmap (Business and Technical) development and execution
  • Guiding Principles development and alignment
  • Standards development and alignment
  • Data Technology Evaluations
  • Enterprise-level decision making  
• Proven experience as an Enterprise Data Architect, System Architect, or a similar role, with a focus on any of the data capabilities such as Master Data Management, Operational Data Stores, Data Warehouse/Marts, Data Lakes, preferred. 
• Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles, frameworks, and methodologies, preferred. 
• Experience with any of the cloud-based platforms and services, such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, preferred. 
• Experience with any of the data platforms such as Snowflake, Red Shift, BigQuery, Oracle, Databricks, etc, preferred. 
• Experience with Lakehouse architecture and open table formats such as Apache Iceberg, Delta tables, etc, preferred. 
• Experience with various data integration tools such as Mulesoft, IIB, MQ, Informatica, Matillion, FiveTran, etc, preferred. 
• Exposure to large-scale data processing and distributed computing frameworks such as Spark, MapReduce, etc, preferred. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions, preferred. 
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, preferred. 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively, preferred. 
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams, driving successful implementation of automation initiatives, preferred. 
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment, preferred. 
• Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals, and actively contribute to the scientific community through presentations and collaborations, preferred. 

Education You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Certification in Enterprise Architecture (e.g., TOGAF) or relevant Data & Analytics technologies, preferred.

Special Skills Requirement

• Experience in Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, preferred. 
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements, preferred. 

Hybrid Office Locations

This role is a Hybrid opportunity, where you will be onsite 3 times a week.     This role is posted to the below Farmers Office Locations:

• AZ - Phoenix  
• CA - Woodland Hills, Westlake Village and San Diego
• CO – Englewood
• CT – Hartford
• KS – Kansas City
• MI – Caledonia
• MO – St. Louis 
• NY - Troy  
• OH - Dayton 
• OK - Oklahoma City
• RI - Warwick  
• TX - Dallas

Physical Actions

This role, whether performed virtually or in an office setting, will include normal and customary distractions, noise, and interruptions. Sits or stands for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Occasionally moves, lifts, carries, and places objects and supplies weighing 0-10 pounds without assistance. Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (example others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Visually verifies and reads information. Visually locates material, resources and other objects. Ability to continuously operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.