Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them. Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself. ***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.*** As a Senior Data Architect at Empower, you will be both a strategic leader and hands on technical expert shaping our enterprise data analytics platform and data product architecture. Partnering with enterprise architects, business leaders, and IT teams, you will define solution architectures, establish scalable platform patterns, and guide teams toward secure, high performing, cost efficient data capabilities. You will influence key architectural decisions, mentor teams, and help advance technology excellence through practical standards, reusable templates, and strong engineering outcomes. What you will do: - Own end to end solution architecture for connecting source systems to the enterprise analytics platform and delivering governed, performant, reusable data products for analytics and machine learning use cases - Define reference architectures and implementation patterns for Snowflake based solutions, including storage integration and stages, networking connectivity, key management, secure sharing, replication and disaster recovery approaches, and workload and warehouse strategy - Establish security on the platform including role-based access models, masking approaches, row level controls, and auditable access and usage practices, partnering with the data governance team for classification and policy inputs - Define ingestion and integration blueprints for batch, change data capture, and event driven pipelines, including guidance for when to use streaming patterns for low latency data movement - Set standards for contract first data products including semantics, versioning rules, reliability expectations, and clear consumption patterns for BI, analytics, and ML use cases, partnering with governance teams on catalog and stewardship processes - Build performance and reliability playbooks including workload isolation, concurrency patterns, sizing strategies, cost guardrails, and operational runbooks teams can execute - Establish and promote architectural standards, best practices, and review mechanisms while mentoring and coaching technology team members to ensure consistent adoption - Collaborate with business and engineering teams to design end to end solutions that meet strategic, technical, and operational objectives and can be delivered incrementally - Evaluate enabling tools and approaches for pipelines, quality, observability, and automation, and build business cases that influence direction - Guide engineering teams through solution design and implementation, improving long term scalability, performance, data quality, and cost efficiency What you will bring: - Strong, hands-on Snowflake experience, with the ability to define practical platform patterns and guide teams through implementation and operations - Working knowledge of Snowflake capabilities such as warehouses and workload management, cost controls, secure sharing, Tasks and Streams, and platform security controls - Deep experience delivering enterprise analytics and data platform solutions, typically gained through about 5 to 12 years in a data specialty such as engineering, platforms, or analytics, with 2+ years leading end to end solution design for complex initiatives - Strong understanding of modern data platform architecture including ingestion, transformation, modeling, consumption patterns, and operational readiness for analytics and ML workloads - Strong SQL capability including performance tuning fundamentals, plus proficiency in Python or a comparable language used for data engineering and automation - Practical experience addressing cross-cutting concerns including security, privacy, resiliency, scalability, observability, and cost optimization in cloud data platforms - Proven ability to drive alignment through influence by facilitating architecture reviews, documenting decisions and tradeoffs, and mentoring engineers and architects - Ownership mindset and strong work ethic with the ability to take ambiguous problems, create structure, and deliver outcomes with minimal oversight - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience What will set you apart: - Snowflake performance specialist experience with concurrency patterns, warehouse sizing strategy, micro partition optimization, and repeatable playbooks for meeting BI and analytics latency expectations - Snowflake security specialist experience designing role models and applying masking and row level controls at scale, plus auditability using platform usage and access telemetry - Data ingestion and pipeline specialist experience with CDC and batch ELT approaches, orchestration tooling, and strong patterns for data quality and observability aligned to SLAs or SLOs - Streaming and event driven data specialist experience building and operating Kafka or Kinesis based architectures including ordering, replay, schema evolution, and real time observability - API and integration specialist experience designing API first data access patterns, API lifecycle governance, versioning, security, and developer enablement, plus event driven integration patterns to reduce point to point complexity - Cloud infrastructure and automation specialist experience with infrastructure as code, Git based CI/CD, and provisioning automation for Snowflake and surrounding platform components - Cost and performance specialist experience applying FinOps practices, workload right sizing, storage optimization, and performance engineering across Snowflake and adjacent cloud services - Applied AI and GenAI specialist experience designing safe enterprise patterns for retrieval, evaluation, monitoring, and responsible AI adoption - Certifications such as SnowPro or AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Associate or Professional This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the job. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the responsibilities and/or tasks listed in this job description. You may be required perform other duties that are not included on this job description. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. What we offer you We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance. - Medical, dental, vision and life insurance - Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup - Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year - Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans - Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year - Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year - Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA) - Business Resource Groups (BRGs) – BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all. Base Salary Range $125,400.00 - $181,875.00 The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Equal opportunity employer • Drug-free workplace We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. ***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.*** Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on: 03-18-2026 Want the latest money news and views shaping how we live, work and play? 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• Define, implement, and maintain enterprise-wide data architecture standards, governance frameworks, and best practices. • Design and oversee scalable data pipelines, storage solutions, and data platforms to support business and technology stakeholders across SANS. • Lead the development and optimization of data infrastructure, ensuring performance, reliability, security, and cost efficiency. • Establish and drive the long-term data strategy aligned with SANS’ organizational goals and growth plans. • Partner cross-functionally with business, technology, analytics, and leadership teams to understand data needs and translate them into scalable solutions. • Ensure high data quality, integrity, accessibility, and compliance across systems. • Evaluate and recommend tools, platforms, and emerging technologies to enhance SANS’ data capabilities. • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to data engineers and other technical team members. • Oversee data modeling standards and ensure structures support reporting, analytics, and operational use cases. • Support and enable enterprise-wide data-driven decision-making. • Identify and deploy AI-driven solutions to optimize automation, analytics, and business processes. • Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Design resilient and well-modeled data layers with clear interfaces and versioning • Improve data quality at scale, build modular and reusable packages and instrument pipelines for rich telemetry • Identify scalability problems and constraints in our products, and proactively work to improve them • Drive and introduce initiatives across our data team to improve developer experience and develop new data capabilities • Create and maintain the most reliable, secure, performant and high throughput service for our customers by using cutting-edge cloud technology

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description We are seeking a Structural Engineer with experience in hyperscale and colocation data center facility design to join our growing Data Center practice. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in large scale concrete and steel structures, a proven track record delivering fast paced technology / industrial projects, and a passion for advancing low carbon and resilient design strategies. This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US where AECOM has an office. Although the position is primarily remote periodic travel may be required for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other business‑critical activities. Travel is expected to be occasional and scheduled in advance. AECOM is a leader in the global data center consulting industry with robust teams in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility. Key Responsibilities: - Perform structural design and analysis for multiple data center buildings, including hyperscale and colocation type facilities. - Develop design documentation for tilt-up concrete panels, precast structures, steel framing systems, and deep and shallow foundations. - Coordinate design deliverables with architectural, civil, MEP, and construction teams to ensure alignment with project objectives and client standards. - Prepare construction documents, specifications, and calculations, ensuring quality, code compliance, and technical excellence. - Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers. - Engage with clients, contractors, and review authorities to address technical queries and design clarifications. - Support business development, proposal writing, and conceptual structural design for new pursuits. - Travel, as needed, for project-related activities such as client meetings and site visits. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education in Structural or Civil Engineering. - Licensed U.S. Professional Engineer (PE or SE). - 5+ years of professional experience in building structures design and analysis. - Experience specifically in data center, mission critical, or large scale logistics/industrial facilities. - Experience with BIM ACC (Revit), ETABS, RISA, RAM, SAP2000, Safe, etc. - Experience with precast concrete systems, steel design, seismic design, and foundation systems. - Demonstrated experience with low embodied carbon materials and sustainable structural design approaches. Preferred Qualifications: - 3+ years of experience with data center facilities and familiarity with data center specific design standards and structural resiliency requirements. - LEED, Envision, or active leader in SE 2050 implementation. - Expertise in low embodied carbon materials, sustainable structural systems, and emerging industry best practices - Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills. - Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary and geographically diverse teams. - Ability to interpret and apply national and local building codes. Additional Information - Relocation is not available for this role - Sponsorship is not available for this role About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. - State/Province: Virginia - Business Group: DCS - Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc - Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places - Work Location Model: Remote - Operating Group: Americas - Primary Location: US - Arlington, VA - 3101 Wilson Blv - Compensation: USD 150000 - USD 200000 - yearly