Data Architect with Medicaid or public-sector in Tallahassee FL

Data ArchitectWe are seeking an experienced Data Architect to support large-scale enterprise data warehouse initiatives in a highly regulated environment. The selected resource will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to design, maintain, and modernize enterprise data solutions while ensuring compliance with security and data governance standards.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Data Architect must have demonstrated expertise in:Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW) concepts and architecturesDimensional modeling (star and snowflake schemas)Relational database design principlesData integration and data pipeline architectureData quality, validation, and reconciliation methodologiesMetadata management and data lineage conceptsMaster data management and reference data strategiesCloud-based data warehouse platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar)Data governance frameworks and best practicesHealthcare data domains, including Medicaid claims, eligibility, providers, encounters, or managed care dataTools & Technologies: AWS, IBM InfoSphere, IBM Cognos, Splunk Enterprise, Tenable, Trend Micro, SortSite, QuerySurge, Erwin, ImageTrust, Semoss, SAS, PostgreSQL, Redshift, Aurora, DB Visualizer, DataStageTechnical CapabilitiesThe resource must be able to:Design and maintain scalable enterprise data warehouse architecturesDevelop conceptual, logical, and physical data modelsTranslate business requirements into technical data designsAnalyze source systems and map data into EDW structuresSupport data migration and modernization initiativesReview and validate vendor-developed data models and database objectsIdentify architectural gaps, risks, and inconsistenciesPartner with analytics, BI, and reporting teams to ensure data usability and availabilitySupport data governance processes, including data standards and definitionsProduce clear technical documentation and architecture diagramsProfessional SkillsThe Data Architect must be able to:Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersWork independently with minimal supervisionManage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentCollaborate effectively across teams, vendors, and leadershipAdapt to evolving business and technical requirementsSupport enterprise data modernization and analytics initiativesPreferred ExperienceExperience supporting Medicaid or public-sector enterprise data warehouse implementationsExperience transitioning enterprise data warehouse ownershipFamiliarity with CMS reporting, federal data submissions, or analytics support