Data Architect (Remote)

ICF is looking for an exceptional Data Architect with experience in MS Azure based technologies who can design and implement reusable, scalable, secure, and innovative cloud solutions focusing on data collection, ETL processes, and analytical reporting solutions. You will be part of a team supporting an exciting opportunity at the Department of Transportation.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Provide technical data architecture and development support in a dynamic agile team working in close partnership with our DoT client. 
• Support development of Extraction, Transformation, and Load (ETL) activities for data migration for a variety of data sources by utilizing MS Azure cloud services. 
• Support data modeling and analysis to enhance search functionality by evaluating and implementing natural language processing based solutions. 
• Develop effective data governance, lead technical resources, monitor and mitigates risk, quality, security, adoption, etc., and ensure success in the execution of these areas.
• Participate in, and lead formal technology evaluations, technology proofs of concept, client demonstrations and various solutioning and educational presentations to assert vetting and client buy-in.
• Demonstrate excellent communications skills while coordinating and collaborate in developing technical requirements with executive leadership, business stakeholders, various technical teams, contractors, etc.
• Serves as the technical strategy champion for data architecture, resolving all program issues, answering questions. 
• Authors required documentation, briefings, SLAs and technical standards for the architectural runway.
• Works closely, lead and coordinates with other architects and additional members of the technical leadership and all other program teams.

What you must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or related field 
• Required Certifications: MS Azure
• 5 or more years of experience in data architect roles with data migration development using MS Azure, Databricks, DataHub, and Synapse. Able to demonstrate a solid understanding of large scale platform deployments with successful track record of delivery.
• 5 or more years experience with prominent cloud, service-oriented, platform-based application technologies with design and system development accomplishments.
• 2 or more years experience in building natural language processing solutions to support data querying capabilities.
• US Citizenship or Green Card required (required by federal government for this position)
• Currently possess or have the ability to obtain a DoT Public Clearance

What would be a nice-to-have:

• Previous experience at the DoT is desirable.
• Thought leadership and formal presentation skills.

Why you’ll love working here:

• Flexible work location 
• Generous vacation and retirement plans 
• Comprehensive health benefits  
• Diverse workforce that values equality and inclusion 
• Ongoing training and development opportunities 
• Friendly community with lots of social events 
• Participation in charity initiatives 
• Employee support program

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