Senior Database Architect (Hybrid)

Zachary Piper Solutions

is seeking a

Senior Database Architect

to lead the design and execution of enterprise‑level data governance and architecture strategies for a mission‑critical environment out of

Washington, DC . The

Senior Database Architect

will be responsible for shaping how data is governed, classified, shared, and trusted across the organization. Must have an ACTIVE DHS clearance. Hybrid work.

Responsibilities of the Senior Database Architect

Lead enterprise data governance using Collibra to ensure trusted, compliant, and discoverable data

Define and manage metadata, lineage, and master data standards to improve consistency and accountability

Establish data architecture and access controls aligned with security policies and federal/privacy regulations

Integrate Collibra with cloud, on‑prem, and hybrid data platforms, guiding governance‑aligned pipelines

Drive automation and AI‑enabled governance, streamlining metadata ingestion, quality monitoring, and workflows

Qualifications of the Senior Database Architect

10+ years leading enterprise data governance and data architecture initiatives

Hands‑on Collibra expertise (cataloging, lineage, stewardship, policies)

Strong knowledge of metadata, lineage, and master data management (MDM)

Experience integrating governance with cloud data platforms and lakehouse architectures

Solid foundation in data modeling, integration, and enterprise architecture

Cloud experience with AWS, Azure or GCP

Familiarity with containers and infrastructure‑as‑code (Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform)

Experience modernizing legacy governance into cloud‑scale frameworks

Must have an active DHS Clearance

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Compensation of the Senior Database Architect

Salary: Between $140,000 - $160,000 annually based on years of experience

Comprehensive Benefits: Full Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k, PTO (Paid Time Off), Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on 1/9/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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