Principal Data Solutions Architect

We’re recruiting on behalf of a growing consulting firm for a remote, client-facing Principal Data Solutions Architect role. This opportunity is open to candidates located in approved U.S. hiring regions across parts of the Midwest, Northeast, South, and Mountain West, and offers the chance to lead high-impact enterprise data and AI initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Lead discovery sessions and client workshops to uncover business needs and define solution direction

Design scalable enterprise data and AI architectures that connect strategy with execution

Guide technical delivery teams while remaining hands-on enough to support design decisions and problem-solving

Build and optimize modern data solutions across platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, or Microsoft Fabric

Help move projects from early-stage concept and pilot work into production-ready deployment

Establish strong standards around governance, performance, scalability, and integration

Partner with business and technical stakeholders to manage priorities, risks, and implementation trade-offs

What You’ll Bring

Strong experience with modern enterprise data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, Fabric, or similar technologies

Solid Python and SQL skills, along with experience working with large, complex data environments

Background in data engineering, analytics architecture, or solution design within enterprise settings

Experience building cloud-based solutions in AWS, Azure, or similar environments

Familiarity with AI and machine learning use cases, including generative AI, workflow automation, and data-driven applications

Proven success in client-facing consulting, workshop leadership, and translating business needs into technical solutions

Strong communication skills and the ability to influence both technical and non-technical audiences

Additional Details

This position is only available to individuals who are authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis

The employer is not able to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future

Compensation includes base salary, bonus opportunity, equity-style long-term incentives, and a strong benefits package

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