Data Architect

Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video

Data Architect

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable data pipelines using ETL/ELT frameworks to support analytics and reporting needs.
• Design and maintain data lakehouse and warehouse architectures across cloud and hybrid environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Define and enforce data modeling standards (dimensional, relational, NoSQL) for structured and semi-structured data.
• Lead the integration of data from enterprise systems such as AWS Redshift, Salesforce, Workday, and other platforms.
• Collaborate with data engineers to build real-time streaming and batch processing solutions using tools like Apache Spark, Kafka, and Airflow.
• Implement data quality frameworks, including validation rules, anomaly detection, and automated testing.
• Establish and maintain metadata management, data lineage, and master data management practices.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and security standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Optimize data storage and retrieval for performance, cost-efficiency, and scalability.
• Provide architectural guidance for BI and analytics teams, including support for Power BI, Quick Sight, Tableau, and other visualization tools.

Document architecture decisions, data flows, and technical standards for internal knowledge sharing and onboarding.

Preferred candidate profile

• Minimum 9 years of experience in data architecture and engineering roles.
• AWS Certified Data Analytics or Solutions Architect certification would be a plus.
• Proven expertise in:

Cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

ETL/ELT tools (e.g., Glue, Talend, Informatica, dbt, Apache NiFi)

ETL Orchestration tools like Step Functions and Lambdas.

Data ingestion frameworks like AppFlow or Kafka.

Big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop)

SQL, Python, and/or Scala for data processing

Data warehousing and Lakehouse design

Integration with ERP and CRM systems

Data governance and compliance frameworks Enabling data for data science use cases

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control for data workflows.
• Strong understanding of data security, access control, and role-based permissions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and cross-functional collaboration.

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Benefits

We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because its important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as several voluntary benefit options.

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alights employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Our commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

As part of this commitment, Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact alightcareers@alight.com.

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting their recruiter.

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Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.