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Bain & Company · 2 weeks ago

Senior Data Architect (Staff Architect II) - Technology Solutions Group

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$146K/yr - $176K/yr

8+ years exp

Bain & Company is consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work, and they are currently seeking a Senior Data Architect. This role involves leading the design, development, and governance of an enterprise-scale modern data platform on Azure, focusing on building a scalable and high-performing data ecosystem that supports advanced analytics and visualization capabilities.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingFinancial ServicesInformation TechnologyInternetManagement ConsultingTelecommunications

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Define and maintain the overall data architecture framework (Azure Databricks, ADF, Medallion, etc.) ensuring scalability, performance, and security

Lead hands-on implementation and integration of Azure-based components, including orchestration, data modeling, and semantic layer design

Implement and maintain Unity Catalog and Purview for data lineage, cataloging, access control, and governance

Partner with data engineers, analysts, and business teams to translate

Ensure platform optimization, data quality, and reliability through best practices and automation

Evaluate and adopt emerging tools, frameworks, and AI-driven data solutions to advance platform capabilities

Guide and mentor junior engineers and analysts on data architecture best practices

Qualification

Azure DatabricksData Architecture DesignData GovernanceData IntegrationAzure Data FactorySQLPythonData ModelingPower BIStakeholder ManagementAgile EnvironmentCommunication SkillsMentorship

Required

Associate's/Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

8–12+ years of progressive experience in data architecture, data engineering, or analytics platform design

Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience with Azure cloud and Databricks ecosystem

Deep understanding of Azure cloud data services, including Azure Databricks, Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS Gen2), Azure Synapse, and Azure SQL

Expertise in Medallion architecture (Bronze–Silver–Gold layers) design for scalable and maintainable data pipelines

Proficiency in data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration using Azure Data Factory and Databricks

Experience with data governance, cataloging, and lineage using Microsoft Purview and Unity Catalog

Ability to design and implement a semantic layer enabling self-service BI and data democratization

Strong skills in SQL, Python, PySpark, and data modeling (dimensional, canonical, and data vault)

Familiarity with metadata management, data quality frameworks, and MDM concepts

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions

Working knowledge of dashboarding tools like Tableau and Power BI, and integration with AI/ML and full-stack applications

Understanding of data security, privacy, and compliance best practices (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.)

Proven track record in end-to-end architecture and delivery of modern data platforms on Azure

Experience designing lakehouse and data warehouse solutions that support both analytics and operational data consumption

Background in establishing data governance frameworks and driving data architecture standards

Experience leading data engineering and analytics teams in an agile environment

5% Travel Required

Preferred

Prior exposure to AI/ML integration and conversational data access (chatbots) is a plus

Benefits

Annual discretionary performance bonus

4.5% 401(k) company contribution, which increases after 3 years of service and is 100% vested upon start date

Bain pays 100% individual employee premiums for medical, dental and vision programs, offering one of the most comprehensive medical plans for employees without impacting your paycheck

Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave and paid holidays

Fully vested 401(k) company contribution

Paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance

Annual fitness reimbursements

Company

Bain & Company

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Bain & Company is a global management consulting firm, a top advisor to the world's leading private, public and non-profit organizations.

Founded in 1973

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.bain.com

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