Sr Staff Data Fabric Architect - Customer

GE Aerospace • Atlanta, GA

3d • $131,000 - $174,000 • Remote

About The Position

GE Aerospace is seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Sr Staff Data Fabric Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge data fabric solutions focused on enhancing customer experiences. This role involves shaping the future of our data architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and performance for critical customer-facing applications and analytics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or college with minimum of 5 years of professional experience OR Associates degree with minimum of 8 years of professional experience OR High School Diploma with minimum of 10 years of professional experience
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Data Architecture
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing data fabric solutions using technologies such as data virtualization (e.g., Denodo, Tibco Data Virtualization), data cataloging (e.g., Collibra, Alation), and metadata management tools.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or a related technical role, with at least 5 years focused on large-scale data fabric or distributed data systems.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing data fabric solutions using technologies such as data virtualization (e.g., Denodo, Tibco Data Virtualization), data cataloging (e.g., Collibra, Alation), and metadata management tools.
• Strong understanding of various data storage technologies (e.g., relational databases, NoSQL databases, data lakes, data warehouses) and their application in a data fabric context.
• Extensive experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and services (e.g., S3, ADLS, BigQuery, Snowflake, Databricks).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala for data manipulation and integration.
• Deep knowledge of data governance, data quality, data security, and data privacy principles and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects, influence cross-functional teams, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry, particularly with customer-facing applications and data, is a strong plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering innovative and practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Define, design, and evangelize the data fabric architecture strategy and roadmap for customer-centric data initiatives across CSCX.
• Collaborate with product management, implementation leads, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into robust and scalable data fabric solutions.
• Develop and enforce data architecture standards, best practices, and guidelines to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance across customer data assets.
• Drive the integration of diverse data sources (on-premise, cloud, third-party) into a unified data fabric, enabling seamless data access and consumption for various applications and users.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data engineers, architects, and development teams on data fabric principles, design patterns, and implementation strategies.
• Identify and mitigate data-related risks, including security, privacy, and compliance challenges, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data fabric, data management, and customer experience domains.
• Document data fabric architecture, designs, and processes comprehensively for knowledge sharing and future reference.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
• Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
• access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
• tuition assistance
• adoption assistance
• paid parental leave
• disability insurance
• life insurance
• paid time-off for vacation or illness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED