Senior Data Architect (Public Trust)

Location: Bethesda, MD (Hybrid)
Clearance: Public Trust (Role may require additional background investigations)
Employment Type: Full-Time

US Citizenship is Required

Praescient Analytics is seeking a visionary Senior Data Architect to lead the modernization of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) technical infrastructure. In this role, you will be the primary architect behind a unified framework for metadata, master data, and reference data, enabling the CPSC to proactively protect consumers through advanced, cloud-native analytics.

The Mission

You will provide leadership in establishing a scalable, modern data architecture aligned with CPSC’s strategic goal of transitioning from on-premises legacy systems to an open-source, cloud-native environment. Your work will directly support the "Sentinel" model—an AI-powered initiative designed to identify and mitigate product safety risks faster than ever before.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Design: Design and implement flexible, modern architectures (e.g., Medallion/Layered architecture) to support scalable analytics and seamless platform interoperability.
• Metadata Leadership: Develop a centralized metadata repository to catalog all data assets, including lineage, definitions, and quality metrics to enhance data trust and discoverability.
• Master Data Management: Define authoritative sources for key entities such as product categories and manufacturers to ensure consistency across the entire agency.
• Modernization & Migration: Lead the migration of legacy business processes to cloud-native or open-source platforms to improve cost-efficiency and flexibility.
• Strategic Documentation: Create and maintain high-level architecture diagrams, technology stack details, and data lineage documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with data engineers, analysts, and governance teams to ensure the architecture meets organizational objectives and security standards.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience: 5 years of hands-on experience designing and implementing data models, warehouses, and complex integration solutions.
• Cloud Expertise: 3 years of experience in modern cloud environments, specifically Azure Data Services.
• Technical Skills: * Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python.
  • Deep understanding of ETL/ELT processes, data pipelines, and API integration frameworks.
• Communication: Strong ability to perform "data storytelling" and translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

Preferred Requirements

• Certifications: Microsoft Azure Data Engineer or Solutions Architect certifications.

What you can expect from us:

• Real opportunity for career growth in an environment where your achievements will be celebrated
• Constant collaboration with numerous teams to ensure client success
• A team that respects and embraces your ideas and expertise
• Coworkers that are motivated by pursuing excellence, rather than the prospect of personal gain
• A workplace dedicated to supporting and bettering public safety and government agencies

Benefits:

• Very competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive, Company paid healthcare for you (We pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance
• $500 book allowance

Praescient Analytics is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) with over a decade of expertise in advanced analytics, engineering, and DevOps, specializing in transforming complex data into actionable intelligence for informed decision-making. Since 2011, we have supported over 40 organizations across diverse domains, including military intelligence operations, financial and fraud investigations, and insider threat detection.

Our team of experts—skilled in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, DevOps, and engineering—brings deep experience in solving complex challenges. With a proven track record in federal contracting, we deliver tailored, high-impact solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure mission success, and address the evolving needs of our clients. Praescient's innovative and adaptive approach makes us a trusted partner in delivering data-driven insights and technological excellence for critical missions.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
US Citizenship Required
Interested Candidates: Please forward your resume to recruiting@praescientanalytics.com and please visit our website to apply online at www.praescientanalytics.applicantstack.com/x/openings.

Salary : $5,000