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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Architect - **Company:** Pentair plc - **Location:** Apex, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,700.0 - $205,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Cloud Database, Communications Protocols, Databases, Computer Engineering, Data Architecture, Data Dictionary, Data Governance, Data Sharing, Dataspaces, Data Structures, Data Stores, Distributed Systems, Firmware, Machine Learning, Message Broker, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Systems Integration, Azure Service Bus, Apex Code, Data Storage Technologies, Data Strategy, Information Technology - **Published:** June 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=52914f411a871b70 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Systems integration?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Completed bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or a related field. * 8+ years of experience as a Data Architect * Strong background in data architecture, systems design, or IoT solution architecture. * Hands-on experience with edge-to-cloud data flows, time-series data, and distributed systems. * Deep knowledge of communication patterns such as MQTT, REST, event-driven messaging, or similar. * Proficiency with cloud platforms and modern data storage technologies. * Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence architectural direction. * Experience with IoT telemetry, embedded systems, or connected consumer products. * Familiarity with event hubs, message brokers, and time-series databases. * Exposure to analytics, machine-learning frameworks, or data science concepts. * A background designing or implementing data governance processes. ## Description We have an opportunity for a Data Architect to join our Apex, NC team. You will work globally to unify and elevate the data strategy across our IoT edge-to-cloud product ecosystem. In this role, you will work across four engineering verticals-each responsible for its own end-to-end product line-to standardize how our devices communicate, how we model and store data, and how we build the foundation for the analytics and AI capabilities of the future. If you love bringing order to complex systems, collaborating with diverse teams, and designing data structures that scale across products, this role offers the chance to make a major impact. You will: * Architect & Standardize the Data Ecosystem + Define unified data models across devices, services, and cloud platforms. + Establish standards for communication protocols, messaging structures, and API patterns. + Create best practices for edge ingestion, cloud data pipelines, and scalable storage systems. * Drive Cross-Team Alignment + Partner with engineering leaders across multiple product verticals to ensure consistent design approaches. + Lead architectural reviews and guide teams through complex data decisions. + Bring together firmware, software, cloud, and product teams to align shared data and integration strategies. * Build the Foundation for Analytics & AI + Develop data structures that support robust reporting, dashboards, and KPI frameworks. + Prepare the environment for machine learning initiatives, including anomaly detection, predictive models, and automation insights. + Identify opportunities to enhance product intelligence through better data design. * Build Governance & Standardization + Maintain architectural guidelines, reference models, and data dictionaries. + Introduce governance processes that ensure data quality and standardization across product lines. + Provide clear, accessible documentation for engineering teams and stakeholders. ## Related Videos - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) ## Related Articles - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)