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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Director Data Architect - **Company:** Intellia Therapeutics, Inc. - **Location:** Cambridge, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $187,545.0 - $229,222.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Batch Processing, Business Software, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), DevOps, Middleware, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Oracle Fusion Middleware, Data Streaming, Management of Software Versions, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, IT General Controls (ITGC), Boomi, Zapier, SOAPAPI, Event Driven Architecture, Information Technology, Enterprise Integration, Integration Frameworks, Real Time Data, Data Management, Cloud Integration, Oracle Integration, VeevaVault, Api Management, Workday, Mulesoft, Microservices - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.biospace.com/logon?PipelinedPage=%2Fjob%2F3065446%2Fassociate-director-data-architect%3FAction%3DContinueJobApplication%23application-form ## About the Role * 3-5 years of leadership experience managingvendors,engineeringor integration teams. * Hands-onexpertisewith modern integration solutions (e.g.,Workato,OIC, MuleSoft, Boomi, Azure, etc.). * Strong understanding of API management, REST/SOAP services, event-driven architecture, and cloud-based integrations. * Proventrack recorddelivering complex integration projects across enterprise applications. * Solid understanding of security, authentication, and data governance frameworks. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. * Bio-techand commercial launch experience * Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. * Master's degree or equivalent experience. * Certification in integration platforms or cloud providers (Oracle, AWS, Azure, GCP). * 10+ years of experience in IT integrations, middleware, or enterprise architecture. * 3-5 years of leadership experience managingvendors,engineeringor integration teams. * Hands-onexpertisewith modern integration solutions (e.g.,Workato,OIC, MuleSoft, Boomi, Azure, etc.). * Strong understanding of API management, REST/SOAP services, event-driven architecture, and cloud-based integrations. * Proventrack recorddelivering complex integration projects across enterprise applications. * Solid understanding of security, authentication, and data governance frameworks. * Experience in regulated industries (life sciences, healthcare, finance, manufacturing). * Familiarity with systems like Oracle Fusion, Workday,Veeva Vault, andSalesforce. * Experience withmicroservicesarchitecture, DevOps, CI/CD automation, and cloud-native development. ## Description The Associate Director,DataArchitectis amember of the IT teamresponsible for the architecture, delivery, and ongoing management of enterprise integrations across the organization. This role oversees integration platforms, middleware, APIs, and data flows that connect core business applications including ERP, HCM, CRM, Supply Chain, Data Platforms, and third-party systems. The Associate Directoris an individualcontributorrole providing hands on technicalexpertiseto ensure seamless, secure, and scalable connectivity across the IT ecosystem. This personplays a critical role in digital transformation byestablishingintegration standards, driving automation, and enabling real-time data exchange to support business growth and operational excellence., * Own and govern integration platforms (e.g.,Workato,Oracle Integration Cloud, MuleSoft, Dell Boomi, Azure Integration Services, Informatica, etc.). * Define integration standards, best practices, APIs, and reusable frameworks to ensure consistency and scalability. * Oversee the design of integration solutions including real-time APIs, event-based messaging, ETL/ELT, and batch processes. * Lead cross-functional integration projects supportingsystem migrations, digital initiatives, and SaaS deployments. * Translate business requirements into technical integration designs. * Manage delivery timelines, budgets, and resources to meet project commitments. * Partner with vendors, implementation partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery. * Oversee daily operations of integration services including monitoring, issue resolution, and performance tuning. * Maintainintegrationcatalogs, documentation, and interface inventories. * Establish governance processes around API lifecycle management, change control, and versioning. * Ensure compliance with security frameworks, data privacy regulations, and IT controls (SOX, GDPR, etc.). * Implement robust authentication, authorization, and encryption standards across all integrations. * Manage integration-related vulnerabilities and ensure adherence to cybersecurity best practices. * Conduct regular audits and support regulatory, internal, and external assessments. * Provide thought leadership on integration technologies, patterns, and emerging trends (APIs, event-driven architecture, microservices, iPaaS). ## Related Videos - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [HR ROBO SAPIENS: Decoding AI Agents and Workflow Automation for Modern Recruitment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1470-hr-robo-sapiens-decoding-ai-agents-and-workflow-automation-for-modern-recruitment) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Create a Programmatic SEO Project Using Next.js and Static Site Generation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/449-create-a-programmatic-seo-project-using-next-js-and-static-site-generation) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)