Principal Data Architect

Company Overview

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.

At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.

Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose - a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose - people -then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you.

The Data & Analytics Architect at the Principal level is a critical leader within the organization, responsible for defining, designing, and implementing cutting-edge data solutions to support business intelligence, analytics, and machine learning initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of enterprise data systems, cloud platforms, and modern data architecture principles.

The Architect will collaborate with stakeholders across the business, including Finance, Sales, Marketing, and Technology, to deliver scalable and reliable solutions that enable data-driven decision-making. They will also champion best practices in data governance, quality, and security while mentoring team members to foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Functional Knowledge

• Develop and expand expertise in UKG's core master data domains and key business applications, including Salesforce (CRM), Dynamics (ERP), Oracle E-Business Suite (ERP), Qualtrics (Survey system), OpenAir, FinancialForce (Professional Services), and Gainsight (commissions).

• Analyze data sources and policies, providing actionable insights on how they relate to business functions such as Finance, Sales, and Marketing.

• Gain authoritative understanding of enterprise data to improve data quality and governance practices across the organization.

• Exposure to CRMs, ERPs, and similar business systems is a plus, with skills that will grow through role responsibilities and experience.

Solutions Architecture

• Design and propose comprehensive, end-to-end solutions for data and analytics initiatives, including scalable data pipelines, logical data models, BI solutions, and advanced analytics frameworks.

• Conduct impact assessments and present architectural proposals that align with business objectives.

• Define and advocate architectural standards, setting the strategic direction for data initiatives.

Cloud Knowledge

• Design optimized cloud solutions leveraging Azure and GCP platforms, collaborating with Platform and DevOps teams.

• Promote best practices for cloud-native architectures, guiding teams on implementing scalable and cost-effective solutions.

Data Engineering

• Design and implement data pipelines to support high-volume data processing while ensuring data quality and governance.

• Optimize engineering processes and frameworks, influencing the strategic direction of data engineering practices.

• Provide operational knowledge of existing frameworks and master pipelines, guiding their evolution.

Business Intelligence

• Design enterprise BI solutions with tools like Power BI, integrating multiple data sources for self-service analytics.

• Align reporting strategies with business needs to drive data-driven decision-making.

• Foster a culture of data storytelling and set the strategic vision for BI across the organization.

Data Architecture & Modeling

• Develop complex data models to support analytics and reporting, adhering to best practices in data architecture.

• Establish data modeling standards and collaborate with governance teams to ensure security and compliance.

Machine Learning

• Collaborate with data scientists to design solutions supporting the machine learning lifecycle.

• Advocate for data-driven problem-solving and identify opportunities for ML integration.

Legacy Knowledge

• Understand and document processes within legacy systems like IBM Cognos, Informatica, and Oracle SQL data warehouses.

• Guide the integration of legacy systems into modern architectures.

Training and Mentoring

• Conduct stakeholder training to ensure effective adoption of new solutions and enhance data literacy.

• Mentor junior team members and share advanced concepts in data architecture and analytics.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify skill gaps and develop tailored training programs.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's or certifications in cloud/data technologies a plus).
• 10+ years of experience in data and analytics, including BI, data engineering, and analytics solutions.
• 5+ years in data modeling and data warehousing concepts, with experience in scalable data architecture design.
• 3+ years working with cloud environments, particularly Azure and GCP, and deep understanding of cloud-native services with experience designing secure, cost-effective hybrid cloud solutions.
• Proficiency in BI & DW tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, COGNOS, Azure Synapse, Databricks, Google BigQuery) and ETL/ELT tools (e.g., Informatica, SSIS, etc.).
• Advanced SQL & Python skills and expertise in cloud native data architectures, including data lakes, star/snowflake schemas, and non-relational models.
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks (SOX, GDPR, PCI) and their impact on data governance.
• Hands-on experience across the data lifecycle, from ingestion to visualization, and collaboration with data scientists on machine learning.
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities, with strong communication skills to collaborate across teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Certifications in Azure (e.g., Azure Data Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect) or GCP (e.g., Professional Data Engineer).
• Experience with Salesforce (CRM), Microsoft Dynamics (ERP), or Oracle E-Business Suite (ERP), including integrations with BI platforms.

Where we're going

UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

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Disability Accommodation

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email [email protected].

The pay range for this position is $142,100.00 to $204,200, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://www.ukg.com/careers