Job Title: Data Solutions Architect
Job Description

The Data Solutions Architect is responsible for architecting enterprise-grade data solutions and implementing governance strategies that ensure scalability, reliability, and security. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, AI/ML engineers, and leadership, to design and deliver solutions that address complex data challenges.

ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with stakeholders to identify and translate business requirements into use cases, requirements, and technical specificationsDesign and guide the implementation of enterprise data architectures that include a federated data access fabric, an application services fabric, and a visualization and analysis fabricDesign and develop data governance policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards, government standards, and best practicesDevelop data models that best address the needs of multiple customer requirementsCreate and support data documentation, including data dictionaries and data flow diagramsDevelop and support data management processes and procedures to ensure data quality and integrityEvaluate and recommend tools and technologies for data storage, processing, and analyticsProvide leadership and oversight to data engineering and AI/ML engineering activitiesProvide tactical guidance on data modeling, quality, and metadata managementEssential SkillsBachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related STEM field8+ years of experience in data architecture, data governance, data integration, and data modelingStrong understanding of solution architecting and mapping business use cases to data storage, processing, visualization, and analysis technologiesStrong understanding of relational and non-relational databasesProficiency in data modeling and metadata managementStrong understanding of ontologies, taxonomies, and federated access technologiesStrong understanding of data security and compliance requirementsExcellent communication, presentation, and leadership skillsAbility to demonstrate accountability for ensuring the business and technical architecture of the delivered solution matches customer technical and functional requirementsExperience with classified and controlled unclassified data sources and querying functionalitiesEligible to receive a Secret/Top Secret clearance in a DoD environmentAdditional Skills & QualificationsExperience architecting federated systemsExperience with data governance policies and best practicesSolution architecting and mapping business use casesExperience in enterprise architecture designWork Environment

This position requires onsite work in Rockville, MD, following a 3-2-1 policy: 3 days onsite, with 2 of those days being Tuesday and Wednesday, and 1 day of your choosing.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $64.00 - $84.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Rockville,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.