Job Description

Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients’ visions to life,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect!

At CESO, a Data Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the company’s enterprise data architecture. This position develops scalable, secure, and governed data solutions that support reporting, analytics, operational excellence, and AI initiatives. The Data Architect translates business requirements into technical data solutions, establishes architecture standards, and ensures enterprise data is reliable, accessible, and positioned to support future growth.

Primary Responsibilities

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, database administration, analytics engineering, enterprise data architecture or related disciplines is required.
• Experience documenting and communicating technical architecture decisions and recommendations is required.
• Experience supporting cloud modernization, digital transformation, or enterprise data platform initiatives is preferred.
• Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Engineer, Azure Data Fundamentals, or related certifications, are preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Data Management Professional, Microsoft data certifications, or similar, are preferred.
• Experience working with Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, Azure SQL, data warehouses, data lakes, Data Factory or lakehouse architectures is required.
• Proficiency in SQL and working with relational and analytical data structures is required.
• Strong understanding of data architecture principles, data modeling, database design, and integration patterns is required.
• Knowledge of DAMA-DMBOK principles, data governance frameworks, and enterprise data management best practices is required.
• Understanding of security, access controls, privacy requirements, and compliance considerations related to enterprise data is required.
• Experience designing data models for operational reporting, business intelligence, and KPI Frameworks and analytics solutions is preferred.
• Experience supporting AI, machine learning, Copilot, or advanced analytics initiatives is preferred.

Benefits and Perks

CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire through training and coaching on the job. At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck. In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.

CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.