Data Architect - Apptio

Introduction
At IBM work is more than a job – it’s a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems? If so lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities
The Data Platform Architect is responsible for the end-to-end design implementation and management of data platforms that support Apptio’s data-driven initiatives. Their ownership areas and delivery responsibilities encompass data strategy architecture integration security governance performance optimization collaboration documentation monitoring support and scalability. Key outputs include alignment of the data platform architecture platform design data modeling data integration design standards documentation architecture to support partner solutions and performance aligned with the overall goals and objectives for Apptio’s business and vision.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science Data Science Engineering or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in a data architect role with a demonstrated track record of developing large-scale data solutions.
• Strong knowledge of various database technologies ( SQL NoSQL ) data integration (ETL/ELT application integration) frameworks and cloud services (AWS Azure GCP).
• Experience with big data technologies ( Hadoop Spark ) and data streaming services (Kafka).
• Proficient in at least one programming language ( Python Java Scala ).
• Expertise in data modeling and data warehousing principles including an understanding of transactional schema normalization/denormalization star schema snowflake schema etc.
• Solid understanding of data security and privacy laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear and actionable guidance for various stakeholders.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience in AI and machine learning model deployment.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD processes.
• Prior experience in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
• Knowledge of metadata management data catalog reporting/BI visualization tools and dashboards (Tableau PowerBI).
• Experience embedding or integrating third-party integration metadata management and reporting/BI platforms into other platforms or applications.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.
• Professional certifications related to data architecture (e.g. TOGAF AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a plus.

This is a onsite or hybrid role based in one of these locations:
Bellevue WA
Boson MA
Austin NC
San Jose CA