Data Architect

ASCENT SERVICES GROUP LLC
Shawnee Mission, KS, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
6 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Artificial Intelligence Confluence JIRA Cloud Database Data Architecture Data Dictionary Data Governance Data Infrastructure Data Integration Data Warehousing DevOps
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Dimensional Modeling R (Programming Language) Python (Programming Language) Microsoft SQL Server Scrum Methodology OpenAI Microsoft Copilot DataOps Azure Machine Learning Tableau (Software) Azure Data Factory Snowflake Data Strategy Gitlab Data Analytics Star Schema Tools for Reporting Claude Terraform Azure Synapse Analytics Software Version Control Data Pipelines Amazon Redshift Databricks

Job description

  • Architect modern data ecosystems including cloud data warehouses, lakehouse platforms, and medallion architectures using dimensional models (Star/Snowflake).
  • Develop and govern data models, frameworks, and standards for how data is structured, stored, accessed, and shared across the organization.
  • Establish and maintain a centralized data dictionary.

Build and Evolve the Data Platform

  • Assess and modernize existing data infrastructure, leading cloud migrations and architecture transformations.
  • Design and maintain scalable data pipelines and integrations across systems using APIs and data tools.
  • Implement DataOps/DevOps practices and automation to streamline and operationalize data workflows.

Drive Data Strategy and Collaboration

  • Partner with business and technical stakeholders to define data strategies and deliver aligned solutions.
  • Own architectural decisions and ensure quality, performance, and successful delivery of data initiatives.
  • Build strong relationships across BI, product, engineering, and business teams.

Ensure Standards and Innovation

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data teams.
  • Enforce standards for security, compliance, performance, and cost management.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies, including AI/ML, and incorporate innovations where appropriate.

Requirements

DataArchitect Data Modeling Tool, Nursing, Testing, Insurance, Healthcare, Emergency Medicine, DataArchitect Data Modeling Tool, Dimensional Modeling, Data Warehousing, Snowflake Schema, * High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in technology related field or equivalent work experience preferred.

  • 6+ years’ experience with modern data platforms (e.g., SQL Server, Snowflake, Databricks, Azure Synapse/Fabric, Amazon Redshift).
  • Strong expertise in data architecture, modeling (ERDs, dimensional modeling), and data integration across systems.
  • Proficiency with data pipelines and transformation tools (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Coalesce, Snowpipe) and version control (e.g., GitLab).
  • Experience with BI and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Python, R) and advanced analytics techniques.
  • Familiarity with DataOps/DevOps practices and automation tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM).
  • Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills; experience working with cross-functional and distributed teams.
  • Understanding of data governance, security, and best practices.
  • Experience with AI/ML and familiarity with modern AI platforms (e.g., Azure ML, Copilot, Claude, OpenAI) is preferred.

Benefits & conditions

  • Flexible and generous paid time off
  • Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • 401(k) employer matching program
  • Parental leave
  • Wellness resources
  • Charitable matching program
  • On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
  • Community outreach groups
  • Tuition reimbursement

Fostering A Sense of Belonging

Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers. We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and be authentic. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.

About the company

We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture

Ascend Learning, a leading healthcare and learning technology company, is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning. From testing to certification, Ascend Learning products are used by physicians, emergency medical professionals, nurses, allied health professionals, certified personal trainers, financial advisors, skilled trades professionals and insurance brokers.

Headquartered in Burlington, MA, with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s 2025 Greatest Workplaces as well as America’s Best Places to work for Mental Well-Being for 2025.

Were always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where youd thrive, read on to learn more.

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