Lead Data Architect

What You’ll Do:

As our Lead Data Architect, you will own the strategy, architecture, implementation and ongoing maintenance of data platform(s) across the organization. This high-impact role will lead the design and execution of our enterprise-wide data strategy. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in modern data architecture, business intelligence, and data science to enable better performance and scalability across all departments, with an emphasis on Investments, Leasing, Marketing, and Operations. Reporting directly to our Executive Director of Information Technology, this high-impact role will define the data strategy, architect the infrastructure, and lead the execution of key initiatives that enable smarter, faster decision-making across the business.

Where You’ll Work:

Located in downtown Columbus, Ohio, our corporate offices overlook the Columbus Commons which plays hosts to over 200 events throughout the year. Enjoy the building’s fitness center and rooftop terrace with adjoining clubroom, and walk to some of the city’s best restaurants and downtown amenities.

What You’ll Own:

Architect, implement, and optimize a modern data warehouse using Snowflake or a similar solution such as Amazon Redshift or Google BigQuery

Lead cross-functional integration of data sources (Entrata, QuickBase, Google Analytics, Excel, etc.)

Develop scalable and automated ETL/ELT pipelines (e.g., dbt, Fivetran, or similar)

Design and manage semantic data models using Tableau or similar BI platform

Partner with business units to define KPIs, reporting frameworks, and governance standards

Perform advanced analytics to support forecasting, asset management, and strategic decision-making

Champion data accuracy, quality, security, and documentation across systems

Mentor and guide analysts and junior engineers; establish data best practices

What You’ll Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Data Analytics, Data Science, or related field. Master’s degree is strongly preferred

7+ years in data modeling, architecture, data science, or engineering analyst roles

Experience leading the implementation of Snowflake or Tableau

3+ years hands-on with Snowflake and cloud-native data warehouses

Proficient in programming languages, preferably Python, R, Java, or SQL

Proven experience with Tableau (or similar) dashboarding, data modeling, and user-level security

Strong knowledge of ETL/ELT architecture and data orchestration tools

Experience with AWS services (S3, Lambda, Glue, etc.)

Excellent communication skills and ability to translate business needs into data solutions

Knowledge of data cataloging and metadata management tools

Preferred experience:

Industry experience in real estate, property management, or financial services

Familiarity with Entrata data structures

Experience managing data governance and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, GDPR)

Who You Are:

Strategic, creative thinker. You have a track record of using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

A masterful executor. You get things done. You fervently plan to meet deadlines and achieve goals. You manage tasks in a fast-paced environment with many moving pieces and stakeholders and ensure goals reach or surpass the finish line. You shift priorities and objectives as the business needs change. You possess internal motivation and drive with a track record of delivering results.

Promote independence, a goal-driven mindset, and strong project management skills: Foster self-reliance, clear objective-setting, and the ability to plan, execute, and oversee projects effectively from start to finish

Our Company:

Built on the foundation of over 20 years of friendships, Coastal Ridge is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate operator, investor, and developer whose unique approach successfully combines data and experience. Supported by over 800 real estate professionals with deep sector expertise, we have quickly grown into a leader in the multifamily industry. Our values are based on relationships and driven by honesty, integrity, and trust.

What You’ll Get:

As a Coastal Ridge Real Estate associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. We are committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our culture and the needs of our associates.