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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Enterprise Data Solution Architect - **Company:** Apptad Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Application Integration Architecture, Architectural Patterns, BigQuery, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Dataspaces, DevOps, Data Flow Control, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Meta-Data Management, Cloudera, Search Technologies, Enterprise Data Management, Google Cloud, Large Language Models, Generative AI, Apigee, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Togaf, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Machine Learning Operations, Data Lakehouse, Api Management, Microservices - **Published:** June 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/bc32c053-462c-4e1b-9410-a9bb0ce0b259 ## About the Role * Expertise: BigQuery (ML, Omni, BigLake), Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, and Dataform/dbt. * Pipeline Mastery: Advanced experience in Python, Java, or Go for complex ETL/ELT development. * Governance: Proficiency in Google Cloud Dataplex for lineage, quality, and metadata management. Generative AI & Machine Learning * AI Frameworks: Hands-on experience with Vertex AI (Foundational Models, Search, and Conversation). * Architectural Patterns: Deep understanding of Vector Databases, embeddings, and fine-tuning strategies for LLMs. * MLOps: Experience building CI/CD pipelines for ML (Vertex AI Pipelines or Kubeflow). Enterprise Architecture * Knowledge of TOGAF or similar frameworks. * Strong understanding of microservices architecture and API management (Apigee). Experience & Certifications * Experience: 8+ years in Data Architecture, with at least 3 years focused on Google Cloud Platform. * AI Background: Proven track record of deploying at least one Gen AI solution into a production environment. * Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field. * Preferred Certifications: * Google Cloud Platform Professional Data Engineer + Google Cloud Platform Professional Cloud Architect Education * Bachelors or Masters in Information Technology, Computer Science or relevant field. ## Description We are seeking a visionary Enterprise Data Solution Architect to bridge the gap between complex data engineering and the frontier of Generative AI. 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