Principal Data Architect

About the role

The Principal Data Architect – AI & Supply Chain Platforms will define and lead the enterprise data strategy for AI, analytics, and supply chain platforms, creating data models, standards, and governance frameworks, collaborating with executives and technology leaders, and mentoring data teams.

About the company

Techstra Solutions is a certified woman‑owned management consulting firm that helps large organizations with strategy, technology, and implementation services for digital and talent transformation, delivering innovative applications, data, AI, and automation solutions.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture and large‑scale data modeling.
• Strong expertise with cloud data platforms and modern architectures such as data lakes, warehouses, and lakehouses.
• Proven experience supporting AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics initiatives.
• Deep knowledge of data governance, metadata management, master data management, and data integration strategies.
• Hands‑on experience with Snowflake, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, and AI/ML ecosystems.
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and executive communication skills.
• Industry experience in supply chain, 4PL, transportation management, warehouse operations, inventory optimization, or manufacturing distribution networks (preferred).
• Advanced degree or certifications in computer science, data architecture, or related technical fields (preferred).