Senior Data Architect
CGI
Position Description:
We are seeking an experienced Data Architect/Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in core enterprise data architecture principles including data governance, transformation and performance.
At CGI, a world-class IT company, you will be involved in a mission critical project working with smart, dedicated people building forward looking solutions and making an impact with both internal and client stakeholders.
Preferred locations Arlington, VA, Belton, TX, Lebanon, VA, Knoxville, TN, Lafayette, LA or proximity to other CGI Federal offices.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
. Develop core enterprise data architecture principles.
. Govern projects for adherence to standards and to approved architectures.
. Develop domain specific, master data or advanced analytics, architecture pattern, as required.
. Partner with industry analysts, software vendors and internal stakeholders to develop data architecture strategies.
. Design, build, and maintain reliable, scalable data governance in line with the client governance best practices and policies.
. Collaborate with the data stewards and security officers to enhance and maintain highest data governance and production.
. Partner with data engineering and data owner(s) to define, implement, and enforce data governance, security best practices and policies.
. Ensure data quality and governance throughout its lifecycle, minimizing data sprawl and reducing system complexity
. Provide clean, dependable data feeds to the BI team to support dashboards, reports, and analytics in tools like Power BI.
. Act as an internal advocate for data principles, educating engineers on effective data governance and security.
. Work across the stack to modify event triggers, configure transformations, and implement data capture mechanisms within product code and data tools.
. Streamline Processes – Assist in improving business processes supporting data delivery to reduce time, operationalization of data management, and modernize architecture.
. Support modern data governance and AI trend and technology
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
. 8+ years of experience in data engineering/architecture, with proven expertise in building and maintaining data pipelines, developing a roadmap (migration paths identify technical debt/risks) and preparing meta data for migration.
. Strong data governance and data catalog integration, data lake, to identify and document meta data in a standard and reusable format.
. Strong proficiency in SQL, Oracle and experience with modern data warehousing platforms
. Hands-on experience with event-tracking systems such as Segment and behavioral analytics tools
. Familiarity with Azure data fabric and related data orchestration tools.
. Experience working within azure data governance tool such as Purview is a plus.
. Knowledge of BI and visualization tools such as Power PI.
. Experience with observability and monitoring tools is a plus.
. Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate and influence technical and non-technical stakeholders
. Proactive mindset with a focus on reducing complexity, standardization, and delivering high-quality data as a service
. Advanced knowledge of networking concepts, object-oriented technology, data warehousing, and relational database engines.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience, Master's Degree preferred.
Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:
. Agile development methodologies
. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
. Experience working with GitHub Enterprise Server (GHES)
. Microservices architecture
. Serverless computing
CGI Federal anticipates accepting applications for this position through 10/25/2025.
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,300.00 - $219,600.00.
CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs
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Skills:
- Azure API Management
- Azure App Services
- Azure Data Factory
What you can expect from us:
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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
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