Data Architect / Data Governance

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Data Architect/Data Governance in Jersey City, NJ. This is a Data Governance position in Infrastructure Platforms LOB in the Technology Reference Data Product Line.

REQUIREMENTS:
* Fluency in Data/Information architecture and design across all systems, and knowledge in at least one area of infrastructure architecture disciplines
* Significant hands-on experience with Logical Data Modelling using MagicDraw, Erwin, PowerDesigner, ERStudio, or similar UML modelling tool
* Highly knowledgeable with implementation experience about relevant Data Management & Governance including Data Glossaries, Taxonomy management, Master Data Management, Data Catalog, Data Lineage, Data Quality, Data Privacy, Data Classification, Data Discovery - demonstrable practical experience in as many of these as possible
* Evidence of Adherence to Compliance Policies and Procedures
* Understanding of data security and best practices and compliance requirements such as GDPR, CCPA to protect sensitive information
* Knowledge of Cloud Platforms like AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform and experience in designing cloud-based solutions
* Working Knowledge of Data Communication Formats such as XML, JSON, Avro and RDF
* Broad expertise in data technologies (i.e., Data Warehousing, Data Lake, Data Lakehouse, ETL, data quality concepts, Business Intelligence tools and analytical tools, unstructured data, AI/ML)
* Experience in designing and implementing data architecture frameworks and standards
* Technical understanding of common relational DBMS (i.e., SQL Server, etc.)
* Deep familiarity with various types of non-relational DBMS (Cassandra , MongoDB , CockroachDB, GraphDB)
* Demonstrable success in defining and implementing multiple Enterprise grade Data Models; Must be able to show experience modelling data management and/or other architectural metadata
* Strong communication skills - oral and written

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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