Data Architect

Synovus Bank•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Data Architect develops, optimizes, and maintains conceptual and logical database models and database solutions for storing and retrieving firm information effectively and securely. The role assesses database implementation procedures, installs and configures information systems, analyzes software and application requirements, migrates data from legacy systems, and designs data-flow diagrams. It also improves and optimizes system performance, defines security and backup procedures, and educates internal partners through training and individual support. The position is also responsible for providing distinctive service to clients and prospects, responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and supporting the firm's three-ring phone-answering standard. The Data Architect helps meet clients' business and personal financial needs and refers them to specialty areas when appropriate. The employee assists teammates as needed and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in information technology.
At least 5 years of experience in a data-driven function or role, such as Data Governance Analyst or Business Systems Analyst, applying data architecture principles and practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency in data modeling and design, including SQL development and database administration.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective analytical and problem-solving ability with strong attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a wide range of clients and colleagues.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and create or improve processes.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively and prioritize daily tasks.
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities.
Excellent client service skills.
Tact and diplomacy in dealing with clients and team members.
Ability to stand and sit for prolonged periods, use manual dexterity, communicate verbally, maintain visual acuity, perform repetitive motions, and hear.
Ability to bend, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push, pull, lift, and grasp.
Ability to sustain long periods of mental concentration.

Nice To Haves

College degree, preferably in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Provide distinctive service to clients and prospects in person and over the telephone.
Respond to client inquiries and satisfactorily resolve client issues.
Support the firm-wide standard of having all phones answered by a live person within three rings.
Develop database solutions to store and retrieve firm information effectively and securely.
Assess database implementation procedures for compliance with internal and external procedures.
Install and configure information systems to ensure functionality.
Analyze structural requirements for new software and applications.
Migrate data from legacy systems to new solutions.
Design conceptual and logical flowchart data diagrams.
Improve system performance by conducting tests, troubleshooting, and integrating new elements or features.
Recommend solutions to optimize new and existing database systems.
Analyze system requirements and implement migration methods for existing data.
Define security and backup procedures.
Educate internal partners through training and individual support.
Meet clients' business and personal financial needs and refer them to specialty areas such as Trust, Investments, Insurance, and Treasury Management, as appropriate.
Assist other team members as needed to ensure delivery of distinctive service.
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.