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# Hadoop Platform Architect

- **Company:** Bank of America
- **Location:** Plano, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, BigQuery, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Data Architecture, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Transformation, Data Warehousing, Software Design Patterns, Linux, DevOps, Fault Tolerance, Apache Hadoop, Hadoop Distributed File System, Hardware Virtualization, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, PostgreSQL, OpenShift, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Performance Tuning, Cloud Services, Ansible, Requirements Management, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Teradata SQL, Enterprise Data Management, Ceph (Software), Data Processing, Scripting, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Platform System, Snowflake, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Star Schema, Data Management, Database Replication, CIS Benchmarks, Multiplatform, Data Pipelines, Docker, Databricks, Vmware
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-hadoop-platform-architect-plano-tx--4d87b020-ab43-449e-b202-ce4f1e4fa551

## About the Role

* 5+ years of technical solutions experience including 3+ years in relevant enterprise data platforms and processing on Hadoop, Teradata, and Data Transformation Products
 * Enterprise Business Intelligence and Analytics.
 * Varied data processing engines and strategies: Databricks, Snowflake, Big Query, Watson X, Starburst/Trino
 * Experience in multiple programming disciplines including Java, Python, and Scripting Languages.
 * Deep understanding Virtualize and Containerized platforms: Openshift, Kubernetes, docker, VMware
 * Understanding of storage and data replication platforms: CEPH, Cirata, Ozone, MinIO, Kudu, HDFS
 * Understanding of Network and Security principals, Creating designs that adhere to Security Baselines
 * Understanding of Cloud architectures including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, compute, storage, network, and security solutions that run on large Cloud service providers (Azure, Google, AWS).
 * Ability to work independently and lead a project team

Desired Qualifications:

 * BS in Computer Science, information Technology or related field.
 * Linux
 * Python
 * PostgreSQL
 * Ansible in a secure environment
 * Agile
 * JIRA

Skills:

 * Analytical Thinking
 * Architecture
 * Result Orientation
 * Solution Design
 * Technical Strategy Development
 * Application Development
 * Collaboration
 * Data Management
 * DevOps Practices
 * Risk Management
 * Agile Practices
 * Automation
 * Influence
 * Solution Delivery Process
 * Test Engineering, Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Ansible, Apache Hadoop, Architectural Design, Architectural Services, Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Best Practices, Big Data, Budget Management, Business Intelligence, Business Operations, Business Solutions, Business Strategy, Career Development, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Coaching, Code Reviews, Computer Science, Computer Systems, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Data Processing, Data Quality, Data Storage, Data Warehousing, Database Replication, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, DevOps, Docker, Ecosystems, Emerging Technology, Establish Priorities, Expense Management, HDFS (Hadoop Distributed File System), Hardware Virtualization, Industry/Trade Analysis, Information Technology & Information Systems, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Java, Leadership, Linux Operating System, Microsoft Windows Azure, Military, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, NCR Teradata, Network
Security, Operations Processes, People Management, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Platform as a Service (PaaS), PostgreSQL, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Product Planning, Product Strategy, Product Support, Proof of Concept, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Relationship Management, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Snowflake Schema, Software Development, Software as a Service (SaaS), Standards Strategy, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Planning, System Architecture, Systems Administration/Management, Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Operations, Technical Strategy, Testing, Thought Leadership, Usability Engineering, VMWare

## Description

We strive to build fault tolerant design patterns that support zero to minimal downtime in support of distributed platforms, complex compute environments, and Cloud technologies in pursuit of creating best in class big data ecosystems. They must be able to work with end users, stakeholders, executives, system administrators, and vendors to help deploy those solutions from POC to Production.

 * Manages relationships with business and technology leaders and vendors for technical products and creates an inclusive and healthy working environment to resolve organizational impediments and blockers.
 * Creates the technology strategy for a respective technical domain, aligning execution with product strategy by working with Product Managers ,Product team members, and other stakeholders.
 * Design and architect robust data warehouse solutions that support complex analytical workloads.
 * Lead the evaluation and selection of big data technologies, tools, and frameworks.
 * Develop data models, ETL processes, and data pipelines to ingest, transform, and load data efficiently.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into architectural designs.
 * Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all data platforms.
 * Optimize performance of existing data processes and warehouse architecture.
 * Mentor and guide junior architects and data engineers, promoting best practices in data architecture.
 * Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in big data and data warehousing.
 * Provide thought leadership in big data strategy and execution.

LOB Responsibilities:

This job is responsible for innovating and leveraging technologies in the Big Data, Data Analytics and Data Warehousing realms. Key responsibilities include delivering the architecture and usage patterns across a wide variety of solutions, partnering other analytic teams, security and tenants to meet a diverse usage of delivery and access patterns., This job is responsible for defining an architectural vision and solution that supports the strategic outcomes of the Business' Products and Services. Key responsibilities include defining the target operating environment, designing for client resiliency, assisting with solution design, and defining non-functional requirements. Job expectations include working with stakeholders and service providers aligned to the Business' strategic objectives, evaluating the impact of strategic design decisions, and contributing to the architecture roadmap., * Works across the business, operations and technology to create the solution intent and architectural vision for complex solutions and prioritize functional and non-functional requirements into a technology backlog to enable the technology roadmap and functionality to support evolving capabilities and services

 * Contributes to the creation of the architecture roadmap of defined domains (Business, Application, Data, and Technology) in support of the product roadmap and the development of best practices including standardized templates
 * Clarifies the architecture, assists with system design to support implementation, and provides solution options to resolve any architectural impediments
 * Facilitates solution driven discussions, leads the design of complex architectures, and finds creative solutions through knowledge of domain, practical experiments, and proof of concepts while ensuring architecture is flexible, modular, and adaptable
 * Educates team members on the technology practices, standardization strategies, and best practices to create innovative solutions
 * Supports the team as needed to select the technology stack required for solutions and helps select preferred technology products
 * Performs design and code reviews to ensure all non-functional requirements are sufficiently met (for example, security, performance, maintainability, scalability, usability, and reliability)

Managerial Responsibilities:
This position may also have responsibilities for managing associates. At Bank of America, all managers at this level demonstrate the following responsibilities, in addition to those specific to the role, listed above.

 * Opportunity & Inclusion Champion: Models an inclusive environment for employees and clients, aligned to company Great Place to Work goals.
 * Manager of Process & Data: Demonstrates deep process knowledge, operational excellence and innovation through a focus on simplicity, data based decision making and continuous improvement.
 * Enterprise Advocate & Communicator: Communicates enterprise decisions, purpose, and results, and connects to team strategy, priorities and contributions.
 * Risk Manager: Ensures proper risk discipline, controls and culture are in place to identify, escalate and debate issues.
 * People Manager & Coach: Provides inspection, coaching and feedback to motivate, differentiate and improve performance.
 * Financial Steward: Actively manages expenses and budgets in alignment with objectives, making sound financial decisions.
 * Enterprise Talent Leader: Assesses talent and builds bench strength for roles across the organization.
 * Driver of Business Outcomes: Delivers results by effectively prioritizing, inspecting and appropriately delegating team work.


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