Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

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***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

The Senior Architect, Data Governance will lead the design and stewardship of database solutions that support business operations, reporting, analytics, security, and long-term data management needs. This role will evaluate current systems, tools, and usage patterns to define database structures and governance approaches that align with organizational objectives. The Senior Architect, Data Governance will also support database performance, system reliability, user enablement, and adherence to data governance standards and protocols.

What you will do

• Defines and supports data governance strategy and goals.

• Leads design, implementation, and continuous improvement of data governance and data architecture frameworks, policies, standards, and operating models.

• Trains data stewards on their responsibilities, including standards compliance and supports them in completion of the work needed.

• Evangelizes data governance strategy and requirements with technical and business audiences.

• Evaluates and implements data governance operating models, tools and technologies.

• Uses working knowledge of data query tools used to access existing data stores.

• Review data models for compliance with data architecture standards – coach teams to compliance, when necessary.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

• Provides mentorship and guidance to junior analysts and data stewards.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience in data governance, data management, or related areas.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Strong understanding of data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK).

• Data quality rule architecture and stewardship enablement

• Governance operating model support, including Data Governance Council involvement and Data Stewardship enablement

• Cross functional stakeholder engagement across data producers and consumers

• Knowledge of data architecture and data warehousing concepts.

• Experience with enterprise data governance including data quality, metadata management, data stewardship, and data lineage concepts.

What will set you apart:

• Experience with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica, or similar).

• Data contract and data product design, including data producer/data consumer accountability frameworks

• Certifications such as CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)

• Experience working in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, etc.)

• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job.  The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time.   You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description.   You may be required perform other duties that are not included on this job description.  The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) –  BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

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