Data Architect

Synectics for Management Decisions • Washington, DC

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

We're looking for a Data Architect to support the design, review, optimization, and evolution of an enterprise data environment for a federal government client - including data standards and models, Lakehouse architecture, pipeline design reviews, and metadata/lineage integration. Job location is the Washington, DC Metro Area. Hybrid or Remote options can be considered. Position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

• Extensive experience designing enterprise data architectures on AWS, including Medallion/Lakehouse patterns
• Experience with data modeling (relational and dimensional), metadata frameworks, and lineage/observability tooling
• Experience evaluating and recommending data platform modernization approaches (e.g., catalog tools, managed database services)
• Experience producing architecture diagrams, transition plans, and documentation for government or regulated environments
• Strong understanding of security, privacy, and auditability requirements as they apply to data architecture
• Must be able to pass a federal background investigation prior to starting work and maintain eligibility throughout the engagement.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• DAMA CDMP – Practitioner

Responsibilities

• Define data standards and models across the enterprise data environment
• Advise on and evolve a Medallion (Bronze–Silver–Gold) Lakehouse architecture
• Review pipeline designs for architectural consistency and scalability
• Oversee metadata and lineage integration across the data platform
• Support modernization efforts, including metadata catalog integration, managed database evaluation, and observability frameworks
• Maintain updated data architecture diagrams and documentation, and produce transition plans for architecture changes
• Ensure architecture recommendations reflect best practices for AWS-based Medallion/Lakehouse designs, interoperability, and applicable security, privacy, and auditability requirements

Benefits

• Join a collaborative team supporting high-impact federal programs that incorporate innovative technology solutions.
• You'll have the opportunity to lead complex modernization initiatives, work alongside talented technical professionals, and help shape the future of government IT and data management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed