> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1144220-data-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1144220-data-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Architect - **Company:** Hudson - **Location:** Charleston, SC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Airflow, Business Intelligence Development, Information Systems, Customer Data Management, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Systems, Cloud Services, Qliksense, Cloud Platform System, Snowflake, Build Management, Information Technology, Qlikview, Data Pipelines - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0edf4180e09e987c ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related field. * 7+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise analytics. * 3+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing Snowflake solutions. * Experience designing Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) or enterprise customer data ecosystems. * Strong expertise in data modeling, cloud data platforms, ETL/ELT processes, and enterprise data warehousing. * Experience administering Qlik Sense or comparable enterprise business intelligence platforms. * Experience with data orchestration tools such as Airflow, Matillion, dbt, Fivetran, or similar technologies. * Experience supporting multi-location retail, automotive, or customer-focused organizations is preferred. ## Description This is a strategic opportunity to lead the design and evolution of Hudson's enterprise data architecture while helping shape the future of business intelligence, customer analytics, and data-driven decision-making across the organization. The Data Architect will lead the implementation and optimization of our Snowflake cloud data platform, architect a centralized Customer Data Platform (CDP), and oversee the enterprise Qlik analytics environment to deliver scalable, high-performing data solutions. What You'll Do: * Design, implement, and maintain Hudson's enterprise data architecture strategy. * Lead the architecture, implementation, and administration of the Snowflake cloud data platform. * Design and build a centralized Customer Data Platform (CDP) that creates a unified customer view across multiple data sources. * Manage and optimize the enterprise Qlik Sense environment and related business intelligence solutions. * Establish and maintain enterprise data governance standards, policies, and best practices. * Partner with business and technology leaders to align data architecture with strategic business objectives. * Mentor and provide technical leadership to data analysts, BI developers, and data engineers. * Develop and maintain enterprise data models, documentation, and reporting standards. ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Enjoying SQL data pipelines with dbt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/823-enjoying-sql-data-pipelines-with-dbt) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [AI Model Management Life Circles: ML Ops For Generative AI Models From Research to Deployment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1152-ai-model-management-life-circles-ml-ops-for-generative-ai-models-from-research-to-deployment) - [Hacking AI at the Edge of the Indian Ocean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100177-hacking-ai-at-the-edge-of-the-indian-ocean) ## Related Articles - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)