Data Architect

Are you curious about solving complex business challenges for a leading convenience retailer?  Do you have a passion for cross functional collaboration?  Then you may be the perfect addition to our team EG America is one of the fastest-growing convenience store retailers in the United States, committed to becoming America’s #1 ‘one-stop’ destination. The business has an established pedigree of delivering excellent fuel, grocery and merchandise, and food service. Headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, our Company has grown to over 1,500+ locations across the United States employing over 18,000 team members.  You can find us operating under the following store banners: Certified Oil, Cumberland Farms, Fastrac, Kwik Shop, Loaf N Jug, Minit Mart, Sprint Food Stores, Tom Thumb, Turkey Hill, and Quik Stop. Our headquarters in Westborough, MA is home to our Store Support Center, Company Warehouse, and Culinary Center. What We Offer:Competitive WagesWork today, get paid tomorrow through our earned wage access program*Paid Time OffMedical/Health/Dental Coverage401K with Company MatchTeam Member DiscountsTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings AccountCompany Spirit DaysEmployee recognition and awardsAnd much more Position Summary:The Data Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our data architecture. This job plays a critical role in shaping our data strategy, ensuring data quality, and leveraging our data assets to provide actionable insights. This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure and a passion for building and leading high-performance data teams.  This role will work closely with internal centers of excellence to ensure they have access to the critical datapoints needed to successfully operate. Responsibilities:Develop and implement the overall data architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals.Design and optimize data models, data flows, and data integration processes.Lead the design and implementation of scalable data solutions using Microsoft Azure services.Collaborate with stakeholders to define data requirements and ensure data quality and governance.Mentor and lead a team of data engineers, analysts, and scientists.Ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations.Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve data architecture and strategy.Ability to explain/translate complicated concepts to internal stakeholders in support of critical projectsWorking Relationships:This position will have contact will all levels throughout the IT Department and the company, as well as outside vendors and auditors to manage and coordinate the structure, integrity and security of our data.Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Preferred Education: Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.Minimum Experience: 7+ years’ experience as a Data Architect or in a similar role, with a focus on Microsoft Azure. Experience leading/mentoring a teamStrong understanding of data modeling, ETL & ELT processes, and data warehousing.Proficiency in Azure data services, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure Synapse Analytics.Experience with data governance, data quality, and data security best practices.Preferred Experience:Experience in the retail industry.Certification in Microsoft Azure solutions.Knowledge of machine learning and AI technologies.Licenses/Certifications: Soft Skills:Excellent leadership and team management skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.The ability to analyze and present statistical informationExceptional communication and interpersonal skills.Excellent attention to detailTravel N/AHours & Conditions: Monday – Friday 8 hour day in office setting.  This position requires reporting to the office three times per week with an option for a hybrid work schedule of two days per week from a home office.  The hybrid work flexibility is up to department managers discretion and requires LST approval.  Monday – Friday 8 hour day in office settingPhysical Requirements: Ability to maneuver and regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.At EG America, it’s important that our employees reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve. We celebrate our differences, so your unique background and skillset could bring a wonderful new perspective to our team. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional results, thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment, and bring experience in business management or related areas, we'd love to meet you - even if you don't meet every single requirement.