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Gap Inc. · 14 hours ago

Principal Data Architect

Gap Inc. is a leading retailer known for its commitment to quality fashion across its brands. They are seeking an experienced Retail Big Data Modeling Architect to design and implement robust data models that support critical business functions and drive data-driven decision-making.

ApparelE-CommerceFashionLifestyleRetail
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

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

Data modelingData architectureSQLNoSQL databasesBig data technologiesMachine learningData governanceAgile methodologiesStakeholder managementCommunication skills

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.

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Gap Inc., a house of iconic brands, is the largest specialty apparel company in America.

H1B Sponsorship

Gap Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (105)
2024 (117)
2023 (151)
2022 (142)
2021 (111)
2020 (80)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.25B
2020-05-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Richard Dickson
Chief Executive Officer
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Sven Gerjets
EVP, Chief Technology Officer
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