Data Platform Architect

Post Date

Oct 17, 2025

Location

Des Moines,
Iowa

ZIP/Postal Code

50309
US
Dec 21, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Data Warehousing

Req #

DSM-663d197a-6df8-4ce8-b322-ece92f9df805

Pay Rate

$72 - $90 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are seeking a Data Platform Architect to support our enterprise-wide data strategy journey, focused on unifying data communities, streamlining governance, and enabling scalable AI-driven solutions. This role is pivotal in building and integrating a federated data platform that empowers data scientists, engineers, and developers across the organization.

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Required Skills & Experience

Strong background in application development and DevOps (Terraform, Python).
Experience with platform engineering and enabling product teams.
Familiarity with microservices architecture and domain-driven design.
Ability to communicate effectively with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders.
Comfortable working in hybrid cloud environments (Azure & AWS).
Experience with Databricks and Unity Catalog is a plus, but not required.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain a continuous learning mindset.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience building platforms for diverse data communities (citizen developers, analysts, engineers).
Understanding of data mesh principles and federated data architecture.
Proven track record of integrating governance and security into data infrastructure.
Product or platform ownership experience in a data-centric organization.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.