(USA) Principal, Data Architect

Walmart

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Work type: On-site
Location: Bentonville, AR
Salary: $110,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted: 4 days ago
Nearby: 98 roles within 25 mi

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Similar $174k

This role $165k

$97k most similar roles pay here $233k

This role pays less than 54% of similar roles. Most pay $136,050–$211,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $165k versus about $174k for comparable roles.

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About Walmart

Walmart Inc. is the world''s largest retailer by revenue, operating a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, as well as a growing e-commerce presence through Walmart.com. Industry: General Merchandise & Grocery Retail

Walmart currently has 191 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $110,000–$220,000 across 184 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · (USA) Principal, Data Architect

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As Principal Data Architect at Walmart Finance, you will lead the design and implementation of data architectures that support business objectives and adhere to governance standards. Your responsibilities include defining and implementing data strategies, identifying reliable data sources, designing comprehensive data models, and leading quality initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into scalable solutions while mentoring team members on best practices and regulatory compliance. This role requires expertise in data modeling techniques, knowledge of data governance principles, and the ability to analyze business contexts. Proficiency in cloud and big data technologies is essential, as you will drive innovation and continuous improvement within Walmart’s finance domain.

Skills

DataGovernance DataModeling DataIntegration DataQualityManagement CloudServices BigDataTechnologies CI/CD Python R SQL PostgreSQL Hadoop Kafka Snowflake AWS Azure Git JIRA Confluence Tableau PowerBI

What you'll do

Define and implement data architecture strategies across multiple platforms.
Identify and validate data sources for quality and reliability.
Design comprehensive data models aligned with business objectives.
Lead data quality initiatives to ensure accuracy and usability.
Provide architectural assessments and proof-of-concept validations.
Mentor team members on data practices and regulatory compliance.
Collaborate on strategic data initiatives to enhance decision-making.

What we're looking for

Extensive experience in data architecture, modeling, and governance across multiple platforms
Proficiency in defining and implementing data strategies aligned with business objectives
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and data quality management frameworks
Ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable data solutions
Leadership skills in mentoring teams and guiding best practices in data architecture
Experience in cloud and big data technologies, including integration and security
Background in creating inclusive digital experiences and adhering to accessibility standards

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