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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Architect - **Company:** HighTower Advisors - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $175,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Dimensional Modeling, Disaster Recovery, Meta-Data Management, SQL Databases, Workflow Management Systems, Enterprise Data Management, Snowflake, Information Technology, Collibra, Data Management, Physical Data Models - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3efc2581c2e7798d ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. * 8+ years of experience in data architecture, enterprise data modeling, or data engineering. * Expertise in conceptual, logical, and physical data modeling, including normalization and dimensional modeling. * Proven track record implementing enterprise data standards, frameworks, and reusable design patterns. * Hands-on experience with Collibra platform (workflow design, cataloging, lineage, glossary, metadata models). * Deep knowledge of Collibra Unified Data Quality (UDQ), including automated rules and anomaly detection. * Strong background in Master Data Management (MDM) and governance processes. * Proficiency in SQL and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) with modern ELT/ETL tools. * Experience with financial or wealth management data preferred. * Exceptional communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills. Personal Attributes * Strong presentation and interpersonal abilities. * Demonstrated leadership, influence, and collaboration skills. ## Description As a Senior Data Architect, you will design and evolve Hightower's enterprise data ecosystem, leading initiatives in data modeling, Master Data Management (MDM), and data standards development. You will play a key role in implementing cloud-scale architecture and advancing our Collibra Intelligence Platform, including workflows, lineage, and metadata management. Additionally, you will operationalize Collibra Unified Data Quality (UDQ) to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and trust across the organization. This position requires close collaboration with business and technology teams to align data strategies with enterprise goals while serving as a technical leader and advisor on governance and best practices. What You'll Do Strategy & Planning * Define and implement long-term data architecture vision, standards, and governance. * Develop short-term tactical solutions aligned with strategic objectives. * Oversee metadata management and ensure accuracy. * Establish processes for monitoring and improving data quality. * Plan for data capacity, lifecycle, security, backup, disaster recovery, and compliance. Enterprise Data Architecture & Modeling * Lead development of conceptual, logical, and physical data models for enterprise initiatives. * Maintain data standards, naming conventions, and reusable design patterns. * Define canonical models across key data domains. * Translate business requirements into scalable, high-performance data models. * Ensure compliance with governance and regulatory requirements. Data Governance, MDM & Collibra * Drive Master Data Management strategy for consistent, governed data. * Operationalize Collibra platform for glossary, workflows, lineage, and stewardship. * Implement Collibra Unified Data Quality with automated monitoring and exception handling. * Integrate DBT with Collibra and Snowflake for transparency and alignment. Data Engineering & Integration * Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize physical data structures. * Support integration of financial systems, CRM, trading platforms, and third-party data sources. 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