Remote

Data Architect

Bart & Associates, LLC
paid time off, 401(k)
United States
Aug 03, 2025
Apply Description Data Architect B&A is seeking a highly skilled Data Architect to support our technical and program teams in designing, documenting, and implementing complex systems and architectures. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with program and project leaders to define and create architectural artifacts, ensuring logical flow and alignment with project goals. This individual will possess a deep understanding of software design, system integration, and technology strategies across platforms, applications, and networks. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with program and project leadership to define system and software architecture approaches. Develop architectural depictions and documentation that reflect logical workflows, system interactions, and integration points. Evaluate existing systems and recommend improvements or upgrades. Ensure architectural designs align with business and technical requirements. Provide technical guidance in the development, testing, and implementation of software and system solutions. Support systems integration, data exchange, and interface designs across heterogeneous platforms. Ensure system scalability, security, performance, and maintainability. Participate in technical reviews, risk assessments, and solution planning. Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Design and discuss system strategies for platform, applications, and networks. Develop and document analytical models using statistical analysis, data mining, and AI techniques to create high-level data architecture diagrams. Evaluate alternatives for integrating various data sources with enterprise relational models and strategies for transactional and analytical systems. Support the development and deployment of analytical and AI tools, including custom models for automation and insight generation. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify impactful organizational problems and translate them into structured analyses, measurable insights, and dashboards. Implement complex ETL and data extraction projects from scratch. Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues. Education and Experience A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in software/system architecture is required with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in software/system architecture is required. Required Skills Proven experience designing enterprise-level systems and software architectures. Familiarity with a variety of software development languages and platforms (e.g., Java, Python, .NET, etc.). Strong knowledge of SQL and related database technologies, including complex query tuning. Experience with data modeling, analytics, integration, and visualization tools such as Power BI. Understanding of system strategy design, including platform selection, network integration, and application architecture. Ability to create and interpret architectural documentation and diagrams (e.g., UML, SysML). Experience developing machine learning algorithms and deploying them in cloud environments. Familiarity with AI/ML libraries and frameworks, including OpenAI and other modern AI tools. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Desired Skills Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline integration. Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and secure system design. Agile development and project management experience. Experience with Azure Data Lake and AI services. Understanding of Dynamics 365 CRM from a business/functional perspective. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and high accountability. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. More About B&A: Notable Clients B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more. Benefits and Programs B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution. B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include: The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more A formal mentorship program Job shadowing and cross training opportunities Brand Ambassador program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more Monthly teambuilding events B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award. EEO B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities. EEO is the Law B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.