Senior Data Architect

Northeastern University

Boston, United States
Base: $130,945.00 - $189,868.75; bonus/equity: not...
Modern ai-ready data architecture
Snowflake, azure, salesforce, banner, servicenow
Data products, analytics, automation, ai/ml
The Senior Data Architect is responsible for architecting Northeastern University’s transition from legacy data structures to a modern, scalable, AI‑ready data architecture

Job Summary

  • The Senior Data Architect is responsible for architecting Northeastern University’s transition from legacy data structures to a modern, scalable, AI‑ready data architecture.
  • Establishes enterprise data standards, models, governance structures, and integration patterns, ensuring that data is trustworthy, discoverable, interoperable, secure, and prepared for advanced use cases.
  • Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees.

Matching Summary

The Senior Data Architect is responsible for architecting Northeastern University’s transition from legacy data structures to a modern, scalable, AI‑ready data architecture.

Salary

Base: $130,945.00 - $189,868.75; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement, commuting & transportation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Modern AI-ready data architecture
  • Snowflake, Azure, Salesforce, Banner, ServiceNow
  • Data products, analytics, automation, AI/ML
  • Enterprise data standards and governance
  • Vector databases, RAG pipelines, semantic layers

Nice-to-have

  • Translate complex technical concepts
  • Data storytelling for senior leadership
  • Drive alignment across distributed teams
  • Collaborate with AI Studio teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Ten or more years of progressive experience
  • Proven experience modernizing legacy data environments
  • Experience with large, complex enterprise systems
  • Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional initiatives
  • Authorized to work in the United States

Work Rights

Authorized to work in the United States

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