Principal Data Architect

Nashville, TN or Remote

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Pay: USD 180,000–250,000/year — pay source
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Listed location: Nashville, TN or Remote
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What you’ll work on

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Lead architecture and implementation of scalable Data Lakehouse solutions on GCP
Translate customer business and data needs into architecture blueprints and plans
Design real-time and batch data pipelines using orchestration and streaming tools
Set and enforce standards for cataloging, metadata, lineage, and data quality
Mentor engineers and review solutions as technical lead for project teams

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Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and implementation of scalable Data Lakehouse solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

translate them into robust architectural blueprints and actionable plans

Design and implement data pipelines supporting both real-time and batch ingestion using modern orchestration and streaming frameworks

Establish and enforce best practices for data cataloging, metadata management, lineage, and data quality across multiple systems

Serve as the technical lead for project teams - mentoring engineers, reviewing solutions, and ensuring architectural consistency across deliverables

What you’ll bring

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Core experience

8–10 years of progressive experience in Software Engineering and Data Platform development, with 5+ years architecting data platforms on GCP and/or Databricks
Strong understanding of data ingestion patterns (real-time and batch), ETL/ELT pipeline design, and data orchestration using tools such as Airflow, Pub/Sub, or similar frameworks
Expertise in data modeling, storage optimization, partitioning, and performance tuning for large-scale analytical workloads
Experience implementing data governance, security, and cataloging solutions (Dataplex, Data Catalog, IAM, or equivalent)
Excellent communication and presentation skills - able to confidently engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders and guide clients through solution decisions
Demonstrated ability to lead by example in mixed teams of engineers, analysts, and architects, balancing architectural vision with hands-on delivery

Qualification wording

8–10 years of progressive experience in Software Engineering and Data Platform development, with 5+ years architecting data platforms on GCP and/or Databricks

Strong understanding of data ingestion patterns (real-time and batch), ETL/ELT pipeline design, and data orchestration using tools such as Airflow, Pub/Sub, or similar frameworks

Expertise in data modeling, storage optimization, partitioning, and performance tuning for large-scale analytical workloads

Experience implementing data governance, security, and cataloging solutions (Dataplex, Data Catalog, IAM, or equivalent)

Excellent communication and presentation skills - able to confidently engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders and guide clients through solution decisions

Demonstrated ability to lead by example in mixed teams of engineers, analysts, and architects, balancing architectural vision with hands-on delivery

Benefits in the posting

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This role is eligible for our competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being:
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Paid Leave (Vacation/PTO)
Paid Holidays
Sick Leave
Parental Leave
Bereavement Leave
Employee Referral Bonuses
Important: All roles are subject to standard hiring verification practices, which may include background checks, employment verification, and other relevant checks.
EEO and Accommodations:

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Egen is a fast-growing and entrepreneurial company with a data-first mindset.

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Responsibilities - Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and implementation of scalable Data Lakehouse solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using BigQuery, GCS, BigLake, and Dataplex - Collaborate directly with customers to understand business goals, data challenges, and technical requirements; translate them into robust architectural blueprints and actionable plans

- Must be willing to go on-site at least 1-2 times per month - 8–10 years of progressive experience in Software Engineering and Data Platform development, with 5+ years architecting data platforms on GCP and/or Databricks - Proven hands-on experience designing and deploying Data Lakehouse platforms with data products and medallion architectures

- Demonstrated ability to lead by example in mixed teams of engineers, analysts, and architects, balancing architectural vision with hands-on delivery - Nice to have: Experience with Databricks (Delta Lake, Unity Catalog) and hybrid GCP-Databricks data architectures - Strong problem-solving mindset, curiosity to explore new technologies, and ability to “zoom out” for architecture discussions and “zoom in” for code-level troubleshooting

About Egen: Egen is a fast-growing and entrepreneurial company with a data-first mindset. We bring together the best engineering talent working with the most advanced technology platforms, including Google Cloud and Salesforce, to help clients drive action and impact through data and insights. We are committed to being a place where the best people choose to work so they can apply their engineering and technology expertise to envision what is next for how data and platforms can change the world for the better. We are dedicated to learning, thrive on solving tough problems, and continually innovate to achieve fast, effective results. If this describes you, we want you on our team. Want to learn more about life at Egen? Check out these resources in addition to the job description.

- Proven hands-on experience designing and deploying Data Lakehouse platforms with data products and medallion architectures - Strong understanding of data ingestion patterns (real-time and batch), ETL/ELT pipeline design, and data orchestration using tools such as Airflow, Pub/Sub, or similar frameworks - Expertise in data modeling, storage optimization, partitioning, and performance tuning for large-scale analytical workloads

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New Data Leadership postings at the employers we follow are about the same over the last 6 weeks compared with the 6 before.

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About the role

We file this job under Data Leadership, by the work the posting describes.

Data leaders run data teams or design how a company's data fits together. Managers hire, set priorities and answer for whether the data work pays off; architects choose the systems and the shape of the data.

Expect years of hands-on data work, experience leading people or projects, and the ability to explain tradeoffs to executives.

Unlike a senior engineer or analyst, most of a data leader's week goes to people, planning and decisions rather than building.

US government figures for computer and information systems managers

Median yearly pay, May 2025: $175,140
Expected change, 2025 to 2035: 15.8% more jobsagainst 3.5% for all jobs

The government has no code for data leaders, so these figures are for the closest group, computer and information systems managers, which includes data processing and data operations managers.

Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and Employment Projections (2025 to 2035). Occupation code 11-3021.

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About Egen:

Egen is a fast-growing and entrepreneurial company with a data-first mindset. We bring together the best engineering talent working with the most advanced technology platforms, including Google Cloud and Salesforce, to help clients drive action and impact through data and insights. We are committed to being a place where the best people choose to work so they can apply their engineering and technology expertise to envision what is next for how data and platforms can change the world for the better. We are dedicated to learning, thrive on solving tough problems, and continually innovate to achieve fast, effective results. If this describes you, we want you on our team.

Want to learn more about life at Egen? Check out these resources in addition to the job description.

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Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and implementation of scalable Data Lakehouse solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using BigQuery, GCS, BigLake, and Dataplex

Collaborate directly with customers to understand business goals, data challenges, and technical requirements; translate them into robust architectural blueprints and actionable plans

Design and implement data pipelines supporting both real-time and batch ingestion using modern orchestration and streaming frameworks

Establish and enforce best practices for data cataloging, metadata management, lineage, and data quality across multiple systems

Define and implement data security, access control, and governance models in compliance with enterprise and regulatory standards

Serve as the technical lead for project teams - mentoring engineers, reviewing solutions, and ensuring architectural consistency across deliverables

Balance strategic architecture discussions with hands-on solutioning, POCs, and deep dives into data pipelines or performance tuning

Partner with stakeholders, cloud architects, and delivery leads to drive solution adoption, scalability, and long-term maintainability

Represent the company as a trusted technical advisor in client engagements - clearly articulating trade-offs, best practices, and recommendations

Qualifications

Must be willing to go on-site at least 1-2 times per month

8–10 years of progressive experience in Software Engineering and Data Platform development, with 5+ years architecting data platforms on GCP and/or Databricks

Proven hands-on experience designing and deploying Data Lakehouse platforms with data products and medallion architectures

Strong understanding of data ingestion patterns (real-time and batch), ETL/ELT pipeline design, and data orchestration using tools such as Airflow, Pub/Sub, or similar frameworks

Expertise in data modeling, storage optimization, partitioning, and performance tuning for large-scale analytical workloads

Experience implementing data governance, security, and cataloging solutions (Dataplex, Data Catalog, IAM, or equivalent)

Excellent communication and presentation skills - able to confidently engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders and guide clients through solution decisions

Demonstrated ability to lead by example in mixed teams of engineers, analysts, and architects, balancing architectural vision with hands-on delivery

Nice to have: Experience with Databricks (Delta Lake, Unity Catalog) and hybrid GCP-Databricks data architectures

Strong problem-solving mindset, curiosity to explore new technologies, and ability to “zoom out” for architecture discussions and “zoom in” for code-level troubleshooting

This position may be hired at multiple levels. Final leveling is determined during the interview process based on a candidate's experience, skills, and interview outcomes, and the applicable salary range will align with the final level assigned.

Compensation is determined based on factors including experience, expertise, interview performance, and geographic location, where applicable.

Total compensation also includes an annual bonus, on top of the base salary.

Salary

180,000 – 250,000 USD per year

Compensation & Benefits:

This role is eligible for our competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being:

- Comprehensive Health Insurance

- Paid Leave (Vacation/PTO)

- Paid Holidays

- Sick Leave

- Parental Leave

- Bereavement Leave

- 401 (k) Employer Match

- Employee Referral Bonuses

Check out our complete list of benefits here - >https://egen.ai/people/#benefits

Important: All roles are subject to standard hiring verification practices, which may include background checks, employment verification, and other relevant checks.

EEO and Accommodations:

Egen is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Egen will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Egen welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.

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