Are you a strategic Data expert with a track record of success delivering end-to-end data platform solutions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment?
We are looking for an innovative and technology-driven Principal Architect, Data for our Data & Dynamics team located in our Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver or Toronto branch. In this role, you will focus on strategic initiatives for Long View’s clients. Utilizing your strong technical and management consulting skills, you will solve business challenges and drive business outcomes across the full lifecycle of end-to-end data platforms, including Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, and Snowflake. You will perform strategic business solutions sales, solutioning, art-of-the-possible workshops, demos, and envisioning sessions with our clients.
A Day in the Life:
Partner closely with the Practice Director of Data Modernization to craft and curate a portfolio of highly differentiated practice solutions
Develop strategies and execute meticulously on plans to achieve targets outlined in the succinct one-page plan
Lead the design and architecture of Data Platform Frameworks
Ensure frameworks are scalable, secure, and aligned with industry’s best practices
Provide technical guidance and expertise to project teams and clients
Guide and lead the strategic sales process from inception to closure including authoring essential documents such as proposals, RFPs, RFIs, and contracts
Work closely with Marketing, Sales, and Digital Architects to identify growth opportunities
Proactively cultivate a pipeline of potential deals, ensuring the delivery of territory revenue targets
Participate actively and contribute insights to the larger Long View team, especially when you’re not physically present at events
Host presentations and educational sessions as needed, sharing your expertise and learnings
Lead and mentor a team of data solution architects, engineers, and consultants
Monitor team utilization, capacity, and workload distribution, ensuring resources are aligned with client and business needs
Conduct adhoc code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
Engage with other practices within the organization to develop and bring unique products and capabilities to market that complement Business Applications and Data Modernization’s services and technologies
What You Bring:
10+ years of industry experience working as a subject matter expert, as a Solutions Architect for data platforms (data engineering and data architecture).
5+ years of experience selling complex solutions that create business outcomes.
Ability to effectively communicate with different audiences including internal and external stakeholders and peers clearly and concisely in written, oral and various presentation formats and situations.
5+ years of experience delivering within the Agile/Scrum framework.
Proficiency in workshop facilitation (envisioning workshops, art-of-the-possible sessions).
Self-motivation and drive, always looking for ways to improve skills and stay relevant in given area of expertise.
Ability to grasp new technology concepts rapidly and assess their relevance for client solutions.
What Makes You Extra Awesome:
Passionate about total customer satisfaction and creating great client experiences
Self-motivated with lots of initiative to be pro-active in your role
Interested in and knowledgeable about current news, problems, changes, and updates relevant to the data user community and/or your area of specialization within Long View
Committed to Long View’s four core values: Integrity, Competence, Value and Fun
Dedicated to ongoing professional development
Willing to assist in other areas of the business
Why Work at Long View:
Great people and culture
Career growth – Permanent staff positions, paid training, career life planning, and relocation and travel opportunities
Interesting work – Be part of exciting projects while accessing all the latest technologies
Flexible environment – A workplace that values the importance of flexibility for personal/professional growth, happiness and wellness
Long View Systems Toronto, Ontario, CAN Office
6th Floor – 36 Lombard Street, Toronto, Canada, M5C 2X3
