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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Data Architect - **Company:** Skechers - **Location:** Hermosa Beach, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Data Integrity, Data Transformation, Data Migration, Data Normalization, Data Security, Dimensional Modeling, Python (Programming Language), Meta-Data Management, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Snowflake, Change Tracking, Change Data Capture, Jupyter, Event Driven Architecture, Debezium, Information Technology, Collibra, AWS Glue, Qlikview, Apache Kafka, Data Management, Data Lakehouse, Software Coding, Stream Processing, Data Pipelines, Databricks - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5b35736fa253152e ## About the Role * 5+ years of experience in designing, building, and maintaining enterprise data architecture solutions. * Proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience building and documenting data pipelines and writing code in notebooks (e.g., Jupyter, Databricks). * Deep understanding of dimensional modeling, data normalization, and SCD (Slowly Changing Dimension) techniques, particularly Type 2. * Strong experience with modern data architecture paradigms including medallion architecture, data mesh, and data Lakehouse. * Hands-on experience in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, Azure), ideally AWS (e.g., Glue, Lake Formation, Redshift, Athena). * Familiarity with data cataloging, lineage tools, and metadata management solutions such as Collibra, Alation, or AWS Glue Data Catalog. * Experience with data governance frameworks, data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA), and implementation of row/column-level data access controls. * Knowledge of change data capture (CDC) tools and patterns, including Debezium, Qlik Replicate, or AWS DMS. * Proficient in data modeling tools such as Erwin, dbt, or similar. * Experience with streaming and event-driven architectures (Kafka, Kinesis, Redpanda). * Familiarity with SaaS platforms such as Databricks, Astronomer (Airflow), and Snowflake is a plus. * Strong analytical mindset and ability to communicate architectural decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences. WORK EXPERIENCE * 5+ years of progressive experience in data architecture, data engineering, or a related field. * Demonstrated success in leading data architecture initiatives and aligning technical design with business needs. * Experience working in Agile environments and participating in enterprise-level data transformation programs., Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field-or equivalent work experience., Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions. ## Description You have a unique opportunity to help shape the future of data architecture at Skechers. As a Data Architect, you will be instrumental in defining, developing, and scaling our enterprise-wide data architecture. This includes implementing data governance, enabling data observability, and driving consistency in data design and usage across platforms. 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