Sr. Architect, IT-Data Architecture

Baxter International Inc.•Deerfield, IL
•$152,000 - $198,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Baxter is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Architect to design and implement data architecture for data pipelines and model data into databases that expose data to the enterprise. The position calls for a strong background in data architecture, SQL, data modeling, ETL/ELT, data warehousing, and database technologies. The architect will help guide data engineering practices, deliver secure and efficient access to data, and integrate analytics into business operations while protecting data privacy and security.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field.
  • 5 years of experience in data modeling or data warehousing.
  • 5 years of experience with AWS, Azure, or an equivalent cloud computing platform.
  • Strong background in SQL, ETL/ELT tools, data modeling tools, and RDBMS.
  • Strong understanding of data architecture principles and patterns.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and critical-thinking skills.
  • Experience with machine learning and predictive modeling.

Nice To Haves

  • Master's degree.
  • Experience with Unix, Linux, or equivalent.
  • Experience with data engineering or data pipeline development.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement data architecture for data pipelines.
  • Create and maintain data models that represent and optimize data for databases.
  • Advise Data Engineers on best practices for creating data pipelines.
  • Develop and maintain data pipelines to provide stakeholders with secure and efficient data access.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and integrate data analytics into business operations.
  • Implement appropriate controls and protocols to ensure data privacy and security.
  • Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in data architecture.

Benefits

  • Medical and dental coverage starting on day one.
  • Basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employee contributions and company matching.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Educational assistance programs.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
  • Family and medical leaves of absence.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Commuting benefits.
  • Employee Discount Program.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Childcare benefits.
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