Architect

Job Title: Architect
Location: Atlanta, GA
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite

Job Summary:

• This hybrid role for an Architect focuses on designing and governing enterprise data and API solutions using Python and Collibra Data Intelligence Cloud.
• The Architect will define data standards, implement scalable API patterns, and drive robust governance practices that strengthen data quality, regulatory compliance, and business insight.
• The role ensures secure and efficient use of data assets across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Design scalable API architectures that enable secure and efficient access to enterprise data assets across multiple business domains and technology platforms.
• Define and document end-to-end data architecture blueprints that connect source systems, data pipelines, and analytic platforms into a cohesive governed ecosystem.
• Develop Python-based solutions that automate data quality checks, metadata capture, and governance workflows to improve accuracy and trust in enterprise data.
• Establish data governance principles, policies, and procedures that align business priorities, regulatory requirements, and enterprise risk guidelines.
• Configure and optimize Collibra Data Intelligence Cloud to manage data catalog, business glossary, and data lineage, providing clear visibility into data usage and ownership.
• Implement Collibra workflows using Python and platform capabilities to streamline data stewardship, data issue management, and approval processes for key data elements.
• Collaborate with data engineers, data stewards, and business stakeholders to translate data governance requirements into practical technical designs that are simple to adopt.
• Provide guidance on standardizing data models and reference data so that APIs and analytics solutions deliver consistent and reliable information for operational and strategic decisions.
• Monitor data quality metrics, data policy adherence, and Collibra platform usage to identify improvement opportunities and propose targeted remediation actions.
• Evaluate new tools, patterns, and best practices for API development, Python engineering, and data governance and recommend enhancements that bring measurable business value.
• Support project teams during design, build, and deployment phases by clarifying architecture decisions, data governance expectations, and integration approaches.
• Document architecture patterns, technical standards, and data governance guidelines in an accessible format that supports onboarding and continuous learning across teams.
• Promote responsible data use by advising teams on privacy, ethical handling of data, and secure API practices helping the company build trust with customers and society.

Required Skills:

• Python.
• Collibra.
• API.
• Data Governance.
• Collibra Data Intelligence Cloud.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrate strong experience in designing and implementing REST-based API architectures with focus on scalability, security, and maintainability in enterprise settings.
• Bring advanced proficiency with Python for building data pipelines, automation scripts, integration utilities, and governance-related tooling that support robust data operations.
• Show deep hands-on expertise with Collibra Data Intelligence Cloud including configuration of domains, workflows, data catalogs, business glossaries, and lineage capabilities.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of data governance frameworks such as defining ownership, stewardship, data quality controls, and policy enforcement across diverse data assets.
• Possess solid understanding of metadata management, master data concepts, and data quality techniques that underpin reliable reporting, analytics, and regulatory compliance.
• Have practical experience working in hybrid work environments coordinating effectively with distributed teams while maintaining strong communication and collaboration practices.
• Display familiarity with integrating Collibra capabilities with data platforms and API gateways to ensure governance rules are embedded into everyday data and application workflows.
• Exhibit ability to create clear architectural documentation and governance guidelines that can be easily understood by technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Offer background in day shift enterprise project delivery including coordination with business teams to align data solutions with operational timelines and decision cycles.
• Maintain awareness of emerging trends in API design, Python development, and data governance so that solutions remain modern, efficient, and adaptable.
• Prefer experience in large multinational environments where data governance practices need to scale across regions, business units, and regulatory landscapes.

Preferred Certifications:

• Collibra Ranger Certification or equivalent data governance certification.