AVP Data Architecture & Design

Position Overview

Lincoln Tech is seeking an AVP of Data Architecture and Design to lead our enterprise data strategy and infrastructure. You'll design scalable data systems that power analytics, AI, and business intelligence while ensuring governance, security, and alignment with organizational goals. Location: Corporate Office in Parsippany, NJ.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and execute a multi-year enterprise data architecture roadmap aligned to business priorities
• Define and govern architectural plans for data governance, lineage, quality, privacy, and security
• Translate business, analytics, and AI needs into scalable data architecture designs
• Ensure data platforms support advanced analytics, AI/ML, and self-service reporting
• Define and enforce enterprise data architecture principles, patterns, and standards
• Provide architectural oversight for major data initiatives and solution reviews
• Lead and mentor a team of data architects, setting clear expectations and ensuring quality outcomes
• Partner with business leaders, analytics teams, and technology stakeholders to understand data needs
• Collaborate with application owners and platform architects to ensure designs are scalable and sustainable
• Monitor and optimize batch and real-time data pipelines for performance and reliability

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required
• 10+ years of professional experience in technology
• 5+ years in data architecture, enterprise architecture, or related data management roles
• 5+ years of experience in cloud data environments (AWS or Azure)
• 3+ years in a leadership position
• Deep expertise in data modeling, database design, and cloud platforms
• Strong understanding of data governance, security, privacy, and compliance frameworks
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical architectures
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Growth Opportunities