NYS Office of Information Technology Services · 5 hours ago
Information Technology Architect 1 (Data) - SP18
The New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking an Information Technology Architect 1 (Data) to provide senior strategic and technical leadership within the enterprise data architecture project lifecycle. The role involves designing and managing data architecture solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and establishing data management principles and standards.
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Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models, using data modeling techniques like Entity-Relationship, Object-Relational, and Dimensional modeling
Design and manage centralized data architecture solutions including data warehouses, data lakes, and data marts
Evaluate, identify and develop enterprise data management software solutions
Lead enterprise data management software development projects
Document and record every aspect of an application or software
Plan, track and schedule enterprise data management software deliverables
Locate and direct solutions for critical challenges involving software and hardware interfaces
Identify problems within enterprise data management software systems and resolve the issues
Collaborate with other teams within NYS agencies to devise and implement enterprise data strategies, build models, and assess stakeholder needs and goals
Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of the NYS Enterprise Data Governance Policy, setting the rules and standards concerning enterprise data management, including:
Covering data management goals, procedures, and business expectations
Defining metrics and best practices to ensure data quality, privacy, and security
Establishing how data must be managed at different stages of its lifecycle and who is responsible for which tasks
Develop good working relationships with other employees
Qualification
Required
Six (6) years of broad information technology (IT) experience, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of software engineering, data engineering, database administration or other data-related specialty and its application within large-scale organizations
Four (4) years of specialized experience in data management solution architecture, database design, software development, modeling, or warehousing
Preferred
Preference for candidates holding relevant data management-industry certification, such as Arcitura Certified Big Data Architect, Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Data Professional (CDP), and IBM Certified Data Architect - Big Data
Strong familiarity via hands-on experience with a wide range of data-related technologies, including Data Modeling tools, Data Warehouse tools, ETL/ELT tools, SQL/NoSQL databases, Big Data tools, BI tools and others
Proficiency in several popular programming languages, including SQL, NoSQL, Python, Java, JavaScript, R, Scala, C/C++ and others
Strong understanding of the key data science concepts, such as data modeling, data analysis, ML framework, etc
Knowledge of popular analytics techniques, as well as common tools, such as Microsoft Power BI and Tableau
Four (4) years of Tableau experience is required
Experience in data modeling and design, with expertise in database administration and SQL development
Proficiency with modeling tools such as Enterprise Architect, Erwin, or PowerDesign
Strong metadata management skills with the ability to ensure metadata principles are applicable to all organizational data
Expertise with data lifecycle management (DLM) and strong understanding of how metadata is used during each step of DLM
Knowledge of security, compliance, and regulatory requirements relevant to technical data management solution design
Strong communication skills, demonstrating the ability to effectively facilitate the contribution of both agency stakeholders and IT specialists, allowing both parties to equally contribute to overall objectives
Ability to multitask, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritizing workload
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot multiple complex data systems issues, identify the source of problems in a timely manner, and conceive effective solutions
Strong critical thinking skills and business-orientation
Ability to align business needs with technical specifications
Clearly recognizes agencies' objectives and leverages personal IT expertise, minimizing expenditures and maximizing operational revenues
Benefits
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Health Care Benefits
New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
NYS Deferred Compensation
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
And many more.
Company
NYS Office of Information Technology Services
New York State Office of Information Technology Services (ITS) is transforming how State government delivers services to New Yorkers and local governments.
Funding
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