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Solar Turbines

Senior Data Architect

Solar Turbines, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Title:

Senior Data Architect Location : San Diego - 5 Days In-Office Experience Level : 10+ Years Education : Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable data solutions. This role is critical in transforming complex business problems into robust technical data architectures that drive decision-making and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities Design and implement end-to-end data architecture solutions aligned with business goals. Translate business requirements into scalable and maintainable data models and pipelines. Lead the development and optimization of data platforms using

Snowflake ,

Tableau , and cloud-based

ETL tools

(e.g. Matillion, or Informatica IICS). Collaborate with global development teams to ensure consistency and quality across data initiatives. Should be a Go-Getter with a positive attitude to learn emerging technologies. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data engineers and analysts. Partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities for data-driven innovation & ability to present to leadership in large forums. Consult with senior staff on design architecture procedures, such as the target operating model and roadmap, while considering business strategies and goals. Provide a systematic analysis on client requirements within the traceability framework and resolves any functional problems encountered. Oversee the quality of architecture project deliverables while ensuring that they are following relevant standards and processes. Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science or equivalent. Minimum of 10 years of experience in the data and analytics domain. Proven expertise in

Snowflake ,

Tableau , and at least one

cloud-based ETL tool . Strong Expertise

in Data Warehousing, Data Modelling, Cloud Data Architecture, ETL Architecture , Data Visualization, and Self-Service Analytics. Strong ability to convert business problems into technical data solutions. Experience working with

global teams

across time zones. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Willingness to work

on-site five days a week . Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the

Manufacturing domain . Experience with Microsoft Fabric or similar technology would be a plus. Experience with any Gen AI capabilities in Analytics would be a plus. #LI-BL1

Summary Pay Range: $120,299.00 - $180,449.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits* Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* 401(k) savings plans* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* Health Lifestyle Programs* Employee Assistance Program* Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts* Career Development* Incentive bonus* Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers.

Posting Dates: August 4, 2025 - August 14, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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