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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SME Data Architect - **Company:** Caci Inc - **Location:** Ashburn, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $103,800.0 - $218,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Software as a Service, Databases, Data Architecture, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Mining, Data Stores, Data Systems, Data Visualization, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Software Tools, Software Engineering, Spatial Data Infrastructures, Unstructured Data, Privacy Controls, Data Strategy, Information Technology, Data Management - **Published:** July 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9024637/sme-data-architect ## About the Role * U.S. Citizenship and an active . * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, MIS, or related discipline (equivalent experience considered). * of experience as a Data Architect. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Highly collaborative with strong teamwork orientation and work ethic. * Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments. * Solution-driven mindset with the ability to resolve complex technical challenges. * Ability to work effectively with limited oversight. * DoD 8570/8140 compliance (e.g., , ). * Deep mastery of and frameworks. * Proficiency with enterprise modeling tools such as , , , and platforms like and Army 365 Power Platform. * Ability to create, update, and manage government architecture viewpoints and models. * Experience integrating work with Enterprise Architects and Data Scientists. * Full capability to execute the responsibilities listed above. Desired: * Hands-on experience with , , or other cloud platforms (SaaS/PaaS). * Understanding of , , and DoD cybersecurity guidelines. * Experience with (preferably within Army Vantage) or . * Background in software development or database programming. ## Description Join -a leader in delivering secure, modernized, and data-driven solutions for critical government missions. We are looking for a who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys shaping enterprise-level data capabilities. In this high-visibility role, you will work closely with Enterprise Architects, government civilians, and military personnel to design innovative, data-centric solutions that power decision-making across mission-critical systems. Your expertise in data strategy, governance, modeling, and quality will play a pivotal role in modernizing customer applications and ensuring they deliver trusted, actionable insights. If you're a self-starter who loves solving complex data challenges, partnering with cross-functional teams, and influencing enterprise architecture-this is the opportunity to make a measurable impact. As a Senior Data Architect, you will: * Maintain and continuously update architecture product inventory. * Analyze business processes to refine data sources for management, analytics, and visualization. * Design, implement, and optimize secure, efficient logical and physical databases. * Collaborate with stakeholders to define reporting outputs, summarization needs, and data formats. * Determine and specify detailed logical and mathematical operations for programs and personnel in data systems. * Assess project requirements to create new programs or modify existing ones. * Participate in scope and requirement meetings to clarify project needs and limitations. * Review workflow charts and database management procedures to ensure alignment with system tasks. * Develop comprehensive data models, logical access descriptions, and physical database specifications. * Create documentation, reports, and manuals supporting new or upgraded systems. * Establish procedures to detect and correct data-quality issues; develop governance policies and controls. * Ensure privacy controls are properly enforced across all data processes. * Implement data curation practices to align data lifespan with mission requirements. * Seek, manage, and integrate spatial data (classified & unclassified), connecting it to mission datasets. * Design methodologies for data movement, storage, pipelines, ETL/ELT workflows, and structured/unstructured data. * Support data exploration, anomaly detection, transformation, and merging into unified data stores. * Conduct data mining and retrieval activities. * Enable data visualization using multiple tools and platforms. * Provide outstanding customer support and partner with analytical units to translate challenges into solutions. * Lead Integrated Product Team (IPT) sessions and collaborate with internal/external partners to advance data management excellence. ## Related Videos - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1520-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [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) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)