Enterprise Data Architect

First Merchants Bank is seeking an Enterprise Data Architect to join the team This position will be responsible for the support of development, data, and applications functions in the development of projects and collaborative initiatives. Work with various units on emerging technologies, technical design, and project implementation planning. Collaborate with information technology (IT) and non-information technology personnel to provide feedback on projects and systems.

As part of this role you will:

• Provide overall direction, guidance, support of functions working on data related development projects and initiatives.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on data development solutions management and design.
• Consult with peers across Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) technology functions related to data governance.
• Provide training, guidance, and thought leadership to the Data Engineers along with other data-oriented teams.
• Assist in the design of enterprise data management systems (various Extract, Transform and Load (ETL), data marts, data warehouse, etc.).
• Prototype data technology concepts and validate the effectiveness of new technologies to meet business requirements.
• Establish and develop enterprise data strategy that is in line with business processes, including data model designs, data development standards, implementation, and management of operational and data analytics systems.
• Collaborate with Data Governance, Privacy, and InfoSec on data related strategies.
• Partner with other Solution Architects to ensure applications are adhering to best practice and data governance standards.
• Lead the creation of or create design documents that ensure consistency in development of data models and standards across the organization.
• Leads the definition of data architecture to ensure that the organization's solutions are built within a consistent framework.
• Support change control best practices and lead the process across all mission areas.
• Identify opportunities to gain collaborative efficiencies, lessons learned and act upon them, partnering with other teams.
• Align data strategy to business targets with the IT leaders during planning processes.

In order to be successful in this position, we require the following:

• Education - Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field OR associate degree/two (2) years of college + two (2) years of related work/military experience OR four (4) years of related work/military experience (plus any additional required experience listed below).
• Experience - A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in designing data models, database structures, data marts and lakes, and/or enterprise data.

The following would be a plus:

• Master’s degree.
• Certifications in software development, cloud, or data.

First Merchants offers the following:

• Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

Apply today to begin your career with us