Data Warehouse Architect in Portland, Oregon - #66133 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 66133

Data Warehouse Architect
Our client is looking for a Data Warehouse Architect to join their team. This position will focus on design and development of data models and ETL specifications, data analysis, system design and architecture, standards and policy administration, and vendor coordination and relations.

This is a remote position, candidates must reside in one of the following states:  OR, WA, UT, ID, AZ, NV, TX, MT, WI.
 
Data Warehouse Architect Responsibilities
Data Modeling and ETL Specifications:
Create data models for moderate to advanced subjects.
Create moderate to advanced ETL specifications to meet business data needs.
Develop and maintain appropriate documentation, including current design and operation.
 
Data Analysis:
Analyze data sources; research and recommend solutions which include potential risks and mitigation.
 
System Design and Architecture:
Participate in long-term data warehouse and dashboard architecture planning.
Participate in creating and managing moderate to advanced data warehouse and analytics architectures for use as reference and as input to solution development process
 
Standards and Policy Administration:
Propose requirements, standards and best practices for data modeling, ETL specifications, and data warehouse development.
Participate in the ongoing review of existing systems to ensure they are designed to comply with established standards and to empower business operations.
 
Vendor Coordination and Relations:
Conduct product and vendor research, and present recommendations to more advanced database developers and/or management.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and related equipment suppliers, including installation and repair of services.
 
Organizational Responsibilities:
Perform work in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
Support the organization’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion by fostering a culture of open mindedness, cultural awareness, compassion, and respect for all individuals.
Strive to meet annual business goals in support the organization’s strategic goals.
Adhere to the organization’s policies, procedures, and other relevant compliance needs.
Perform other duties as needed.

Data Warehouse Architect Qualifications
Working knowledge/skills of Microsoft SQL Server.
Working knowledge of cloud data warehousing tools such as Snowflake or Redshift.
Working knowledge/skills of ETL tools, such as SSIS or Azure Data Factory.
Advanced troubleshooting of system performance issues and root cause.
Working knowledge/skills of unit and integration testing.
Effective communication skills, including listening, verbal, written, and customer service.
Ability to clearly articulate policies and instructions. 
Demonstrated progress in conveying appropriate level of detail effectively to all levels of the organization including non-technical staff.
Ability to recommend policies, document risks, and propose solutions to information technology management and senior leadership.
Possess a high degree of initiative and motivation.
Ability to effectively collaborate with coworkers, staff, and leaders across all departments.

Minimum 3 years’ of data warehouse architecture experience.  Experience should include some or all of the following:
Dimensional modeling experience.
Metadata management.
Data quality assessment.
Performance tuning and optimization.
ETL/ELT design.
Cloud warehousing solutions.
Proficiency with SQL.
Health insurance.
Systems analysis and design.
Agile/Scrum methodology.

Preferred
Experience in health care or managed care.
Data Architect experience.

Salary: $109,500 – $133,840/year.

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Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k plans.

About VanderHouwen
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies' staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal civil rights laws.

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