Gap Inc. · 12 hours ago
Principal Data Architect
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$210K/yr - $273K/yr
12+ years expGap Inc. is a company that bridges gaps in the fashion industry through its various brands. They are seeking a Principal Data Architect to design and implement robust data models that support critical business functions and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and accessibility.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionLifestyleRetail
Responsibilities
Design and develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models for various domains, including supply chain, customer, product, sales, and financial data
Lead the development of data modeling standards, best practices, and guidelines. Develop end-to-end solution architectures for data-driven and AI-focused applications, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology strategy
Mentor and guide junior data modelers, providing technical expertise and fostering their professional growth
Design data models to support enterprise and operational reporting, enabling data-driven decision-making
Collaborate with data scientists to develop features for machine learning models, ensuring data quality and accessibility
Optimize data models for performance and scalability, supporting real-time analytics and reporting
Ensure data models comply with data governance policies and standards. Identify and define data quality checks and validation processes to maintain data integrity
Implement data quality monitoring and reporting mechanisms. Collaborate with data stewards to resolve data quality issues
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 12 years of professional experience in technology, including at least 5 years in a data architecture (modeling) and data product solution architect role
Proven expertise in designing and implementing data models for supply chain, customer loyalty, customer journey, and analytics reporting
Strong understanding of dimensional modeling, star schema, snowflake schema, and other data warehousing concepts
Experience with NoSQL databases and big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark)
Proficiency in SQL and data modeling tools (e.g., ERwin, PowerDesigner, ER/Studio)
Strong knowledge of machine learning concepts and applications
Experience with agile development methodologies
Solid understanding of data governance, security, privacy, and compliance standards
Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Experience working in agile project environments
Benefits
Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.
Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.
Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Company
Gap Inc.
Gap Inc., a house of iconic brands, is the largest specialty apparel company in America.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.25B2020-05-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Richard Dickson
Chief Executive Officer
Sven Gerjets
EVP, Chief Technology Officer
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