NW Natural

Enterprise Data Architect

Washington State, WA

Full-time

$132,250-$195,600

About This Job

Non-Union Position

IS Enterprise Architecture; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)

Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.

Regular FT

Posting # 5102

About Us:

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.

In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.

The Role:

Join NW Natural as an Enterprise Data Architect and lead the charge in implementing innovative IT solutions that align with our strategic vision. You will play a pivotal role in facilitating solutions that meet our stakeholders' needs and promote technological progress that adheres to industry standards for NW Natural's benefit. We are committed to surpassing expectations and cultivating an environment of creativity and teamwork. As a valued team member, you will be recognized for your contributions, supported in your career growth, and make a significant impact beyond just IT. Embark on this career path with us, where leadership, architectural insight, and infrastructure knowledge are the pillars of success.

Job Summary:

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You will be responsible for designing, creating, and managing an organization’s data architecture. This role is critical in enhancing a solid foundation for data management at NW Natural, ensuring that data is organized, accessible, secure, and aligned with business objectives.

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You will also provide technical leadership and guidance to the data management team and other stakeholders on best practices, standards, and architectures for data systems, data integration, and data storage solutions.

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You will collaborate with other Data Architects, Enterprise Architects, Solution Architects, Business Analysts, Project Managers, and Developers to ensure the data architecture solutions are aligned with the enterprise architecture vision and principles.

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You will also be tasked with the role of Solutions Architect

Day to Day:

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Interprets and delivers impactful strategic plans improving data integration, data quality, and data warehousing, and delivery in support of business initiatives and application and platform roadmaps.

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Work with enterprise architects and IT&S team members to analyze business requirements and develop data architecture strategies.

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Define standards and guidelines for data modeling, data warehousing, data governance, data integration, and data quality management.

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Develop and implement data models for operational and analytical systems to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of data assets.

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Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of data solutions, including data warehouses, data lakes, and data marts.

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Develop strategies for data governance, data security, and data privacy compliance.

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Analyze current data systems to identify deficiencies and recommend improvements.

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Collaborate with business stakeholders, project teams, and IT staff to ensure the alignment of data architecture with business objectives.

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Provide guidance and leadership in data-related technologies, trends, and methodologies.

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Document data architecture designs, decisions, and processes comprehensively.

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Ensure compliance with enterprise data architecture standards and policies.

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Communicate and present Data architectures and solutions to various stakeholders, including senior management, business users, and technical teams.

Come on your first day with:

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Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

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At least 10 years of relevant experience in design and implementation of data models for enterprise data warehouse initiatives

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Experience leading projects involving data warehousing, data modeling, and data analysis

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Expert knowledge and experience in:

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Design experience in Proficiency in Azure Fabric Synapse, Informatica and PowerBI

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Knowledge of data governance, data quality management, and data security best practices.

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Experience with ETL processes and tools.

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Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, or similar.

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Knowledge and experience in Solution Architecture, working with Application Subject Matter experts’ translation requirements into technical Solutions.

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Knowledge and experience in IT service management frameworks, such as ITIL, COBIT, or ISO 20000.

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Knowledge and experience in IT governance, compliance, and risk management, such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, or NIST.

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Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

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Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance conflicting requirements and trade-offs.

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Excellent leadership, teamwork, and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and motivate others.

Skills:

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Excellent interpersonal skills in areas such as teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation.

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Proven leadership skills.

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Excellent analytical and technical skills.

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Excellent planning and organizational skills.

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Knowledge of data architecture principles and processes.

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Knowledge of financial models and budgeting.

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Understanding of IT service management (ITSM) and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL Foundations Certification is encouraged).

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Knowledge and understanding of different data modeling languages and techniques.

Competencies:

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Ability to understand the long-term and short-term perspectives of situations and how they relate to achieving targeted business outcomes.

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Ability to estimate the financial impact of technology alternatives.

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Ability to apply multiple technical solutions to enable future-state business capabilities that, in turn, drive targeted business outcomes.

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Ability to quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of existing, new, and emerging data technologies that enable and drive new business designs and models.

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Demonstrated ability to work well with others and be respected as a leader.

What we offer:

Health & Wellness –

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Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution

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Free access to an online wellness resources platform

Work Life Balance -

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Up to 23 Vacation Days

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80 Hours of Sick Time

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10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays

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Flexible work arrangements

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3 weeks paid parental leave

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Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups

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1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room

Financial -

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Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary

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Competitive 401K company contribution and match

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15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program

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Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement

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Wellness incentive program

Discounts -

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20% off natural gas service

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Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center

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TriMet Pass for all HQ employees

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Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless

Base salary range:$132,250.00 - $195,600.00 per year, depending on qualifications

Annual Target Incentive: Grade 24, 12.0% target

Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.

https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers

Deadline: 5/27/25

Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations.

All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.

NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.

NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.