Lead Enterprise Data Architect at Aprio

Aprio is a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that thrives on innovation and a forward-thinking approach. With 22 office locations across the United States and a presence in the Philippines, our team of over 2,100 professionals speaks more than 60 languages to serve a global clientele. We pride ourselves on combining deep industry expertise with strategic foresight to help our clients navigate the future. We are currently seeking a Lead Enterprise Data Architect to join our Information Technology team in a fully remote capacity.

Key outcomes

• Lead the design and development of a centralized data platform to consolidate and analyze data across the firm.
• Take full ownership of our enterprise data architecture, ensuring all processes are secure, scalable, and aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee the integration of diverse data sources to ensure efficient management and seamless data flow.
• Continuously optimize our data systems to enhance reliability, performance, and scalability.
• Establish and mature our data governance practices, including the management of data quality, business glossaries, data catalogs, and master data hierarchies.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to our data management teams, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Research emerging industry trends to introduce cutting-edge solutions that expand our data capabilities.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in enterprise data architecture, BI and analytics architecture, and data solutioning.
• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into effective, scalable data architectures.
• Expertise in SQL, NoSQL, and Lakehouse concepts, along with deep knowledge of Azure services such as Azure Data Lake Storage, Synapse Analytics, Databricks, and Purview.
• Strong proficiency in end-to-end BI and analytics solution design using Power BI.
• Comprehensive knowledge of data integration, transformation, and pipeline orchestration, including ETL and ELT processes.
• Experience with data security, privacy compliance, identity management, and encryption practices.
• Strong understanding of data governance, including data lifecycle management and metadata management.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Fluency in English.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Fabric.
• Familiarity with financial services and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of AI and machine learning fundamentals, including training and validation datasets.
• Relevant professional certifications in Azure or Power BI.
• Experience in project management.

Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. This includes medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on your first day of employment, as well as a 401k plan with profit sharing. Our team members also enjoy paid time off, flexible working hours, and remote work options. We provide tuition reimbursement, a top-rated wellness program, and opportunities for discretionary incentive compensation based on individual and firm performance.

How to apply

If you are ready to advance your career with a firm that values innovation and a collaborative culture, we invite you to submit your application. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications and discussing how your expertise can contribute to the future of Aprio.