Data Architect

If you like designing how data is stored and accessed, creating data models, and ensuring data quality this role is for you.

A Data Architect designs and oversees data systems and structures. They ensure data is efficiently stored, secure, and accessible, using data modeling and database management techniques to support business objectives.

Skills you’ll need: Microsoft Excel, Data Management, Cloud Platforms, Quality Assurance, Governance, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Quality

$141,056 median salary1,931 jobs available¹

Data Architect

If you like designing how data is stored and accessed, creating data models, and ensuring data quality this role is for you.

A Data Architect designs and oversees data systems and structures. They ensure data is efficiently stored, secure, and accessible, using data modeling and database management techniques to support business objectives.

Skills you’ll need: Microsoft Excel, Data Management, Cloud Platforms, Quality Assurance, Governance, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Quality

$141,056 median salary1,931 jobs available¹

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