Data Architect and Strategy (AI)

TL;DR

Data Architect and Strategy (AI): Designing and owning the end-to-end data architecture layer for GenAI application deployments with an accent on lakehouse platforms, data pipelines, and AI-native application stacks. Focus on bridging technical implementation with strategic advisory for Fortune 500 clients, ensuring scalable and defensible data foundations for LLMs.

Location: Hybrid. Must be based in CA, WA, TX, OR, CO, PA, OH, or GA for employees. Independent contractors: preference for East Coast candidates with ability to travel up to 50%.

Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a boutique business and technology consulting firm helping Fortune 500 and high-growth clients deliver strategic digital and data-driven initiatives.

What you will do

• Design and own the end-to-end data architecture for GenAI deployments, spanning ingestion, transformation, and serving layers.
• Implement and validate data pipelines, schema designs, and data access patterns using Python and FastAPI.
• Translate complex architectural decisions into clear strategic narratives for client leadership.
• Define and enforce data governance, quality, and lineage practices within the delivery environment.
• Partner with client-side data and engineering teams to build capability and ownership of the new architecture.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in data engineering or architecture with a track record of deploying production-grade systems.
• Deep familiarity with lakehouse architectures and hands-on experience with Databricks.
• Experience in AI/ML application development and an understanding of how LLMs consume data.
• Strong consulting background with the ability to navigate organizational complexity and build client trust.
• Fluency in Python and comfort operating in cloud-native data environments.
• Employment is restricted to residents of CA, WA, TX, OR, CO, PA, OH, or GA.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan with company match starting from day one.
• PTO, holidays, and a sabbatical program.
• Professional development support and a small-firm culture with direct access to leadership.