Director, Google Cloud Data Architect

Director, Google Cloud Data Architect

Director, Google Cloud Data Architect

Apply locations Chicago - 20 S. Wacker

Time type Full time

Posted on Posted 6 Days Ago

Job requisition id 31908

Job Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Google Cloud Data Architect to lead the design, optimization, and strategy of enterprise data solutions for CME on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role requires a deep understanding of the end-to-end data ecosystem, including operational and analytical stores, AI/ML integration, data lifecycle management, compliance, cost optimization, and modern cloud-native tools. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership and ensure alignment between data strategies and business objectives.
*This is a hybrid job and will require being in the office a minimum of 2 days a week*

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and oversee enterprise-scale data architectures leveraging GCP services such as BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Storage, and Pub/Sub, Vertex AI, etc., ensuring performance, scalability, and security.
• Provide strategic guidance on cloud-native tools and workflows, with familiarity in Kubernetes, Terraform, Kubernetes Configuration Controller (KCC), Argo Workflows, and CICD frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data workflows with operational and analytical stores, ensuring system interoperability and reliability.
• Design and implement AI/ML pipelines, integrating advanced analytics into the data ecosystem for predictive and prescriptive insights.
• Assess and adopt new GCP services and modern technologies to enhance the organization's data capabilities and future-proof the architecture.
• Develop and enforce strategies for data lifecycle management, including retention, archival, and disposal, ensuring compliance with governance and regulatory standards.
• Lead cost optimization initiatives to maximize resource efficiency and eliminate waste across the data platform.
• Establish and promote best practices for data quality, metadata management, lineage tracking, and security, ensuring robust data governance.
• Support teams in implementing coding best practices using Python, Java, or similar languages for architectural assessment and optimization.
• Apply a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and application stacks to align data architecture with enterprise systems and solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in data architecture or engineering, with at least 3+ years of hands-on experience with GCP.
• Strong understanding of Kubernetes, Terraform, KCC, Argo Workflows, and CICD frameworks to evaluate and guide implementation strategies.
• Expertise in key GCP services like BigQuery, Cloud SQL, IAM, KMS, GKE, GCS, Pub/Sub, Vertex AI, etc.
• Strong understanding of Data Governance, Data Security and Data Lifecycle management.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or similar languages.
• Robust understanding of operational and analytical data stores and their integration within the enterprise ecosystem.
• Robust understanding of semantic layer with tools like Looker, Tableau.
• Experience in evaluating emerging technologies and aligning them with organizational goals.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC processes, data lifecycle management, and governance frameworks.
• Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer or Cloud Architect certification preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on scalability and efficiency.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage effectively with technical and business teams.
• Proven ability to guide and influence cross-functional teams to deliver strategic outcomes.

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