Senior Data Architect
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Job Description
Senior Data Architect - ERP Modernization
Location: Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)Work Environment: RemoteOrganization: Business Applications & Data Services (ADS-BADS)
About the Role
Join a team of bright, motivated professionals using agile methodologies to design, build, and transform business solutions through a major ERP modernization initiative.
As part of the Business Applications and Data Services (ADS-BADS) organization, you will play a key role in executing an enterprise-wide data strategy to modernize LANL's core operational data environment and transition to a scalable, cloud-native platform.
Los Alamos National Laboratory has selected SAP as its next-generation Cloud ERP solution. In parallel, this role will help define and implement the future-state data architecture required to modernize the current on-premises operational data store and enable advanced capabilities such as:
Real-time analytics
AI/ML enablement
Enhanced operational efficiency
Enterprise data accessibility and governance
This position is critical to transforming legacy data environments into a modern, secure, cloud-native architecture.
What You Will Do
Define enterprise data strategy, standards, and architectural blueprints
Lead modernization of legacy data environments to cloud-native platforms
Design and implement large-scale data architectures and data warehouses
Plan and execute complex data migrations (on-prem cloud and cloud cloud)
Partner with ERP planners, integrators, and institutional SMEs
Ensure data integrity, security, governance, and accessibility
Provide technical leadership and direction across multiple initiatives
Present architectural strategies and decisions to executive stakeholders
Collaborate cross-functionally with business analysts, developers, infrastructure, and ERP teams
Minimum Requirements
15+ years progressive experience in data architecture and modernization
Extensive experience with one or more of:
Snowflake
Databricks
SAP data platforms (S/4HANA, Datasphere, etc.)
Proven experience as a Senior Data Architect on large-scale programs
Strong background in:
Data warehousing
Enterprise data platforms
Large-scale modernization initiatives
Deep understanding of major cloud platforms and native data services
Significant data migration experience
Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams
Strong stakeholder engagement and executive presentation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Education Requirement:Bachelor's degree plus 12 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications
Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
Experience with:
SAP Business Data Cloud (BDC)
SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP)
SAP Integration Suite
Experience leading architecture for:
Data lakes / lakehouses
ETL/ELT pipelines
Streaming architectures
Experience implementing enterprise data catalogs and governance programs
Familiarity with big data technologies and machine learning concepts
ERP certifications (SAP, Oracle, Workday, etc.)
Knowledge of data privacy and compliance frameworks (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA)
Why Join LANL
You will help deliver mission-critical, safety-class software supporting one of the nation's premier science and technology institutions while working on a highly visible enterprise transformation.
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