Data Architect

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Company: GreatAmerica Financial Services

Location: Des Moines, IA 50317

Description:

GreatAmerica Financial Services is a highly successful entrepreneurial company providing equipment financing to businesses across the United States. Our exemplary customer service, our principle-centered business philosophy and our team-based operating approach are key to our success and growth.

We are looking to add a Key Member to our Data Delivery Team!

This position is responsible for the overall data design, implementation and management of our data infrastructure, including standards for all GreatAmerica's data ecosystems, while balancing those responsibilities against the business needs of the company. We are looking for an experienced architect with strengths in defining and implementing reliable, secure and highly available solutions in a hybrid cloud environment.

As a Data Architect, you will:
  • Design and build data architectures, data models and data pipelines including but not limited to application databases, data warehouses and business intelligence solutions
  • Strong relationships with business and technical users to translate business requirements into technical solutions
  • Establish, document, and follow-up on data standards and guidelines
  • Ensure data quality, security and compliance with relevant regulations
  • Maintain current data architecture and plan future improvements
  • Provide guidance in performance improvements
  • Evaluate and recommend new database technologies and solutions
  • Mentor and guide team members and colleagues


To be successful in the role, you will need:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, MIS, or related field of study.
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience
  • In-depth knowledge of cloud data architectures, transactional and analytical data solutions, data modeling and design, data integration tools, business intelligence concepts. Advanced SQL Certifications and/or ITIL Knowledge is a plus


Computer Skills
Microsoft SQL Server (including SSIS, SSAS, and Service Broker), Azure SQL Database, Azure Synapse Serverless, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS), Azure DevOps, Databricks, Python, Spark, DBT, Informatica Cloud, Microsoft Office Suite.

Sharing rewards is an integral part of our culture. We believe in the value of hard work and reward our employees beyond the paycheck. Our total rewards package is based on eligibility and includes:

Financial Benefits
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Monthly Bonuses for Eligible Employees
  • 401(k) and Company Match
  • Annual Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off


Health, Wellbeing, and Family Planning Benefits
  • Paid Vacation - starting at 80 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
  • Paid Sick Days - Ten (10) per year with a conversion option for unused time.
  • Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year
  • Gym Reimbursement
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long Term Disability
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental Leave


Education and Career Planning Benefits
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Leadership Development Opportunities


Perks
  • Paid Parking
  • Service Awards
  • Hybrid work arrangements
  • Business casual environment
  • A strong organizational culture focused on our greatest asset: you!


If your experience aligns closely, please apply. We value diverse backgrounds and adding new perspectives. We encourage you to apply if you can make a strong impact in this role at www.greatamerica.com/careers.

Please note, applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

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