Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Data Architect / Data Quality Analyst to lead and support the design, modeling, and governance of enterprise data architecture and workflows. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring data quality, integrity, and consistency across systems by collaborating closely with global data stakeholders, including the Data Quality Organization in Paris.

Key Responsibilities:

Primary Deliverables:

• Develop and maintain logical and physical data models
• Design and execute data workflows and data architecture
• Generate data profiling reports, quality control documentation, and audits
• Establish and document data definitions, taxonomies, hierarchies, and lineage
• Provide data cleansing services and perform root cause analysis for data defects
• Implement and support meta-data management and master data governance strategies

Core Activities:

• Conduct data audits and detailed data design assessments
• Define and apply business rules to master/reference data
• Analyze and profile datasets to assess and improve quality
• Design and operationalize data quality management procedures
• Collaborate with business and data governance teams on data initiatives
• Establish and enforce data governance frameworks and best practices

Technical Skills & Qualifications:

• Advanced proficiency in SQL and data manipulation tools
• Expert knowledge in data modeling (logical & physical), including ER diagrams, normalization/denormalization, data dictionaries, and agile modeling
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and vice versa
• Experience with ETL tools, DevOps, and Agile methodologies
• Proficiency with BI and data visualization tools
• Strong understanding of metadata and master data management solutions
• Programming experience (e.g., Python, VBA, XML) is a strong advantage
• Experience managing scientific data or highly structured datasets is preferred

Soft Skills:

• Strong collaboration and interpersonal communication abilities
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills
• Fluent in English (both written and oral)
• Thoughtful judgment and problem-solving capability
• Experience coordinating across global, cross-functional teams

Desired Experience:

• Demonstrated leadership in promoting data governance or architecture initiatives
• Experience planning, coordinating, and delivering data solutions in a team setting
• Prior success working in global environments or across time zones

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $52.02 to $57.80 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.