Enterprise Application & Data Architect

Enterprise Application & Data ArchitectLocation: Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite per week)Employment Type: Full-TimeAre you a senior architecture leader who thrives at the intersection of application engineering and modern data ecosystems? We are seeking an Enterprise Application & Data Architect to shape enterprise-wide technology strategy, drive architectural governance, and enable scalable, data-driven innovation.This role blends strategic influence with hands-on technical leadership, working across application, data, and integration domains to ensure solutions align with business priorities and enterprise standards.What's in It for You?Enterprise Impact – Drive architecture strategy across applications, data platforms, and integration ecosystemsHigh Visibility – Partner with business leaders and senior stakeholders to influence technology directionGovernance Authority – Define standards and guide enterprise-wide architectural decisionsModern Engineering – Work with DataOps, cloud-native architectures, and AI-assisted developmentStrategic + Hands-On – Influence both executive direction and code-level practicesTeam & EnvironmentReports to the Director of IT Enterprise ArchitecturePart of a collaborative enterprise architecture function supporting application, data, and platform teamsWorks closely with data platform teams, application development teams, and business stakeholdersYour Role & ResponsibilitiesEnterprise Architecture & GovernanceDefine and maintain enterprise architecture standards, policies, and reference architecturesParticipate in and guide architecture review processes to ensure alignment with enterprise standardsProvide architectural direction and decision guidance for major technology initiativesBusiness Alignment & StrategyLead business capability discovery and translate business strategy into architectural directionPartner with stakeholders to shape roadmaps, investments, and technology planning cyclesEnsure architecture is embedded early in business and initiative planningApplication & Engineering ArchitectureGuide application architecture decisions including system design, APIs, data models, and patternsInfluence engineering practices including framework selection, CI/CD pipelines, and testing strategiesPromote clean architecture, observability, and maintainability across delivery teamsEnterprise Data Architecture & DataOpsLead design and governance of enterprise data platforms (warehouse, lake, lakehouse)Define standards for data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration (batch and streaming)Establish DataOps practices including CI/CD for data, observability, and automated quality controlsDefine and enforce data governance standards, including data quality, lineage, and governed accessDelivery Oversight & ValidationActively validate that solutions in delivery align with architectural standards and business intentProvide embedded architectural guidance to Agile/SAFe teams throughout delivery lifecyclePortfolio Rationalization & OptimizationIdentify technical debt, architectural risks, and opportunities for system modernizationLead enterprise portfolio rationalization efforts to reduce complexity and improve efficiencySkills & Experience You Should Possess12+ years of progressive software engineering experience4+ years in enterprise or solution architecture roles2+ years of recent DataOps experience4+ years of project or initiative leadership experienceStrong programming expertise (Python, Java, C#, TypeScript) and full-stack system designExpert-level SQL and deep experience in database technologies and data modelingExperience designing and deploying production-grade systemsStrong understanding of application, data, integration, and enterprise architecture domainsHands-on experience influencing engineering practices and development lifecyclesExperience using AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) to enhance development workflowsStrong communication skills with ability to influence across technical and business stakeholdersPreferred QualificationsExperience in healthcare IT environments (payer, provider, or health system)Experience with cloud-based DataOps platforms, especially in AzureHands-on experience with tools such as Azure Synapse, Databricks, Fabric, dbt, or Apache SparkExperience with data governance frameworks and tools (e.g., Microsoft Purview, Apache Atlas)Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards (HIPAA, HL7, FHIR, CMS interoperability rules)Experience working within Agile or SAFe environments with embedded architecture supportEducation & Certifications You Need:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)Advanced certifications in cloud, data, or architecture domains are a plusWhat We OfferAt Trissential, we connect forward-thinking professionals with impactful opportunities. In this role, you'll play a key part in transforming enterprise architecture while advancing your career in a collaborative environment.Competitive Compensation – You choose the model that works best for you, both with company-sponsored benefits!

$143,000–$148,000 annually or $89–$92 per hour. Final compensation is determined based on skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market-based rates by geography.Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents – Medical, dental, vision, free tele-health, HSA with company contribution, life and disability insurance, and 401k with matchingPaid Time Off – Both compensation models offer paid time away from workHybrid Flexibility – Balance onsite collaboration with remote productivityCareer Growth – Access to leadership opportunities, emerging technologies, and strategic initiativesCollaborative Culture – Work with high-performing teams that value innovation and continuous improvementPlease note: This role is only open to candidates authorized to work in the United States.Ready to architect enterprise transformation and drive next-generation data and application strategies? Apply today and take your career to the next level with Trissential!