**Description** ARA is looking for Data Architect with a sound understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts. The ideal candidate will work under general direction, providing technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems and independently determines and develops approaches to solutions. The selected individual is responsible for designing and building new data stores using relational, graph, and NoSQL databases. Must have a strong understanding of data design, engineering, and architecture principles and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Must possess a passion for building high-quality, scalable data solutions and the ability to collaborate effectively within a fast-paced environment. **Data Architect Key Responsibilities:** + Design, develop, and implement conceptual, logical and physical data models to include ElasticSearch, Historic Database, and ability to record data chain of custody + Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented data designs + Collaborate with quality assurance team members to ensure data quality and functionality + Work with stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into data model solutions + Support developers with Extract Transform Load (ETL) code implementation + Optimize, troubleshoot, and resolve data issues + Collaborate with data-scientists and -analysts to ensure data accessibility + Stay up-to-date on the latest data engineering tools and technologies **Position Requirements:** + **Must be a US citizen with an active Top Secret / SCI security clearance** + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) along with 5-7 years of experience as a Data Architect, Designer, Engineer, or similar role **OR** 13 years of experience in lieu of a degree + Strong understanding of entity-relationship design principles (OOP) + Experience with data modeling tools (e.g., ERWin, Tom Sawyer Perspectives, etc.) + Strong demonstrated experience with SQL and proficiency in writing complex queries + Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) + Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills + Strong communication and collaboration skills + Ability to work independently and as part of a team **Preferred Qualifications:** + CI Poly **Who is ARA?** Do you want to work for a purpose? Applied Research Associates, Inc. (aka ARA) is an employee-owned international research and engineering company. We have been providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences since 1979. ARA has over 2,271 employee-owners and continues to grow rapidly. Together, our offices throughout the U.S. and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense, civil, and health technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. ARA also prides itself, on having a challenging culture where innovation & experimentation are the norm. The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. Employee ownership ensures you have a voice with what happens in the company. We are also very proud of our Women’s Initiative Network (WIN), whose purpose is to motivate, support, and encourage professional career development for women to maximize career and professional accomplishments. To find out more about what the Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Division has to offer, visit our website at: https://www.ara.com/benefits/ **Qualifications** **Education** **Preferred** + Bachelors or better in Computer Science **Experience** **Required** + 5-7 years: Relevant Work Experience Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)