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# Data Architect

- **Company:** Horizontal Talent
- **Location:** Minneapolis, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, CA Workload Automation Ae, Databases, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Migration, Data Systems, Software Design Patterns, Disaster Recovery, Job Scheduling, Metadata, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Server Reporting Services, SQL Server Integration Services, Enterprise Data Management, Data Ingestion, Indexer, Graphql, Restful APIs, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** October 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59960836-data-architect

## About the Role

* Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
 * Experience developing ETL processes using SSIS.
 * Background in SSRS report development and support.
 * Ability to design scalable data solutions and enterprise data models.
 * Knowledge of SQL performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
 * Experience creating stored procedures, views, functions, and related database objects.
 * Understanding of data governance, metadata, lineage, and data quality practices.
 * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
 * Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly.
 * Comfort working in a regulated environment with attention to accuracy and compliance.

Preferred Skills

 * Experience with Azure SQL Managed Instance.
 * Familiarity with data migration, import, export, and report creation workflows.
 * Exposure to REST API and GraphQL integrations.
 * Experience with job scheduling tools such as Autosys.
 * Knowledge of documentation practices for procedures and technical processes.
 * Experience supporting reporting and analytics for compliance-related use cases.

Horizontal values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to creating a welcoming environment where people of all backgrounds can contribute and thrive. We encourage qualified candidates to apply and bring their unique perspectives to the team.

## Description

We are seeking a Data Architect to lead the design, development, and governance of data solutions that support regulatory reporting, analytics, and operational decision-making. This six-month opportunity is ideal for someone with strong SQL Server, SSIS, and SSRS expertise who enjoys solving complex data challenges in a highly regulated environment.
Responsibilities

 * Design and maintain data architecture and enterprise data models that support reporting, compliance, and analytics needs.
 * Define and apply architecture standards, design patterns, and best practices across the data environment.
 * Analyze source systems and create scalable solutions for integrating new data sources and workflows.
 * Establish and support data governance practices, including lineage, metadata, and data quality controls.
 * Lead technical reviews and provide guidance on database, integration, and reporting initiatives.
 * Develop and optimize Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Managed Instance solutions.
 * Create and maintain stored procedures, views, functions, and other database objects.
 * Improve performance through tuning, indexing, query optimization, and capacity planning.
 * Support database upgrades, security measures, and disaster recovery planning.
 * Architect and maintain ETL solutions using SSIS and support scheduled data processing workflows.
 * Build and manage data ingestion processes for internal and external sources.
 * Develop and support SSRS reporting solutions for regulatory, operational, and executive reporting.
 * Collaborate with business partners and technical teams to translate reporting needs into effective solutions.
 * Document procedures and support data migration, import, export, and report creation activities.