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# Data Architect / Lead Data Strategist (Remote)

- **Company:** Gsk Solutions Inc
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $166,400.0 - $176,800.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Databases, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Presentation, Google Analytics, Python (Programming Language), Meta-Data Management, Power BI, Cloud Services, Azure Data Lake, Salesforce.Com, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Snowflake, Data Strategy, Data Analytics, Sitecore, Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Pipelines, Databricks
- **Published:** May 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=87504540b5733da7

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Statistics?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Data analysis, reporting, and visualization

 * Google Analytics or behavioral data analysis
 * Predictive analytics, gap analysis, and statistical methods
 * Data modeling and data-driven problem solving
 * Power BI dashboards and storytelling with data

Technical Skills (3+ Years)

 * SQL, databases, ETL, and data pipelines
 * Python or R for data analysis
 * Cloud data platforms (Azure Data Lake, Synapse, Databricks, Snowflake, etc.)
 * Data governance, data quality, and metadata management
 * BI tools (Power BI / Tableau)

Leadership & Communication (3+ Years)

 * Experience leading or managing a data function/practice
 * Presenting insights to executive leadership
 * Driving adoption of data practices across teams
 * Strong stakeholder communication and collaboration, * Experience in public sector or large enterprise environments
 * Domain expertise in Healthcare, Business, or Education
 * Exposure to AI/ML and advanced analytics
 * Knowledge of data ethics, governance, and compliance
 * Experience with Salesforce, Sitecore, APIs, and CRM systems
 * Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Key Notes

 * This is a full-stack data role (technical + strategy)
 * Candidates with only technical OR only leadership experience will not be considered
 * Strong emphasis on data storytelling and executive communication

## Description

We are seeking a senior-level Data Architect / Data Strategy Lead to support the State of Connecticut. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both technical expertise and strategic ownership of data programs.

The ideal candidate will build and scale a modern data ecosystem, drive analytics adoption, and ensure data is leveraged to improve public services and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities1. Data Strategy & Leadership

 * Define and execute data strategies aligned with organizational goals
 * Lead or contribute to enterprise data initiatives and programs
 * Identify opportunities for AI/ML/NLP-driven analytics
 * Mentor teams and promote data-driven decision-making

 2. Data Analysis & Insights
 * Analyze complex datasets to identify trends and opportunities
 * Develop dashboards, reports, and executive presentations
 * Build measurement frameworks and KPIs
 * Translate data insights into actionable business recommendations

 3. Data Architecture & Engineering
 * Design and maintain enterprise data architecture standards
 * Manage ETL pipelines, databases, and data workflows
 * Ensure data integrity, scalability, and performance
 * Integrate data across platforms (Azure, Salesforce, CMS, etc.)

 4. Stakeholder Engagement
 * Work cross-functionally with business, IT, and leadership teams
 * Act as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders
 * Conduct workshops, training sessions, and enablement programs


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