Data Architect - Charleston, SC

Davidson Technologies • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Davidson is seeking a Senior Data Architect to define and govern end-to-end data structures supporting Navy HPTE systems. The candidate will translate high-level software objects, attributes, and relationships into implementable data structures, extending down to byte-level signal definitions within embedded and control system environments. The role requires ensuring data consistency, traceability, and interoperability across all system layers.

Requirements

• Active DoD Secret clearance with ability and willingness to upgrade to TS
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or related field
• 6+ years of experience in data architecture or data engineering
• Experience defining data structures from application-level objects to embedded-level representations using UML in MagicDraw (aka. Cameo)
• Strong understanding of data modeling concepts, schemas, and interface definitions
• Experience with embedded systems data structures, messaging, and signal-level definitions
• Familiarity with industrial control systems and PLC environments
• Experience developing ICDs and interface specifications
• Understanding of real-time data exchange and system integration patterns

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of MOSA principles

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end data architectures spanning software, integration, and embedded environments
• Decompose high-level software objects into detailed data structures, schemas, and interfaces
• Specify data representations down to byte-level signals for embedded and control systems
• Define and manage data interfaces supporting real-time control, telemetry, and system coordination
• Ensure alignment between software data structures and implementation-level data exchanges
• Develop and document interface control specifications (ICDs) and data definitions
• Collaborate with software and engineering teams to ensure consistent data implementation across systems

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior