Introduction:
The Zebra, named a Best Place to Work in Austin four years running, revolutionizes how connected consumers research and shop for insurance. We intentionally strive to build diverse teams that feel inclusive for all. Our motto is "All Stripes Welcome," we put that into practice by valuing traditional and non-conventional backgrounds and perspectives. Our Zeebs are passionate about learning, growing, & working together to tackle exciting problems.
We are adding a highly experienced and visionary Principal Data Solution Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of robust, scalable data architecture solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of data engineering, data modeling, cloud technologies, and data governance, combined with excellent leadership and strategic thinking skills. This role will be pivotal in driving the organization’s data strategy and enabling data-driven decision-making across all business units.
Location:
While we are open to remote work across the contingent US, we are still in the process of establishing our company to support work in all states! We’ve recently made the shift from an in-office organization to a hybrid model and love the flexibility it allows our employees. We are set up to support employees who want to be fully remote, in-office only, and a mix of the two.
Please note - we will not be supporting work based out of the following states: California, Massachusetts, New York and New Jersey.
What You'll Do:
Data Strategy
Lead the architecture design and blueprinting of complex data solutions, ensuring alignment with the organization’s overall IT strategy and business goals.
Define and drive the implementation of data strategies that align with industry best practices, including data storage, processing, integration, and analytics.
Design and participate in the development of scalable data pipelines, ETL processes, and data warehouses/lakes to support advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI initiatives.
Technical
Architect and implement event-based data solutions on modern data platforms (Snowflake, DBT, Kafka)
Establish and enforce data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously driving innovation and the adoption of new tools, techniques, and methodologies within the data architecture space.
Collaboration
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, data scientists, product managers, and business stakeholders, to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the team.
Collaborate with vendors and partners to evaluate, select, and implement third-party solutions and tools that enhance the data architecture landscape.
What We're Looking For:
Experience:
10+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or related roles, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership or principal architect position.
Proven experience in architecting and implementing large-scale data solutions in cloud environments.
Strong background in data modeling, ETL processes, data warehousing, and data lake architecture.
Experience with data governance, data quality, and data security frameworks.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, SQL, and Scala.
Expertise in big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka).
Familiarity with modern data warehousing solutions (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery).
Experience with data visualization and BI tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau, Power BI).
Soft Skills:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Benefits & Perks:
Inclusive and healthy environments are crafted intentionally. All of our employees can join and participate in (or create your own!) Employee Resource Groups. Here are some other wonderful perks of working here:
Competitive Compensation & Stock Option Offering
Health, Dental, Vision & Disability Coverages
HSA offering + employer contribution
401k plan + employer match
$100 monthly wellness perk
$300 pet reimbursement program
Unlimited PTO (paid time off)+ the flexibility to enjoy it
Paid Parental Leave Program
Learning & Development Opportunities
Join a team that truly lives their values (outside of the office. Cliche, we know… but we really mean it)
About The Zebra:
The Zebra is the nation’s leading, independent insurance comparison site. With our dynamic, real-time quote comparison tool, consumers can identify insurance companies with the coverage, service level, and pricing to suit their unique needs. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, The Zebra has sought to bring transparency and simplicity to insurance shopping since 2012 -- it's “insurance in black and white.”
We've garnered attention and investment of some of the nation’s top venture capitalists. Check out all of our awards & recognition!
Our core mantra is "All Stripes Welcome." As part of our dedication to maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce, we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform core job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
