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Principal Data Architect – Streaming & Data Platforms

JOB SUMMARY

United StatesPosted on 2/14/2026

Skills & Technologies

Languages:Java
Big Data:Kafka
Tools:GitCI/CD
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Job details

About Egen: Egen is a fast-growing and entrepreneurial company with a data-first mindset.

We bring together the best engineering talent working with the most advanced technology platforms, including Google Cloud and Salesforce, to help clients drive action and impact through data and insights.

We are committed to being a place where the best people choose to work so they can apply their engineering and technology expertise to envision what is next for how data and platforms can change the world for the better.

We are dedicated to learning, thrive on solving tough problems, and continually innovate to achieve fast, effective results.

If this describes you, we want you on our team. Want to learn more about life at Egen. Check out these resources in addition to the job description. Meet EgenLife at EgenCulture and Values at EgenCareer Development at Egen



Benefits



at EgenRole Overview:We are looking for an experienced Data Architect to design, build, and scale modern data and streaming platforms that power real-time and analytical use cases.

This role requires strong hands-on architecture experience across streaming technologies, cloud-native platforms, Master Data Management (MDM), and data governance. Responsibilities:Design and implement scalable streaming data platforms to support real-time ingestion, processing, and analyticsArchitect and guide the development of end-to-end data platforms across batch and streaming workloadsLead and contribute to Master Data Management (MDM) solutions, including :Golden record designData matching, survivorship, and hierarchy managementIntegration patterns with downstream consumersDefine and implement data governance frameworks, including :Data ownership and stewardship modelsData quality rules and monitoringMetadata, lineage, and access controlsCollaborate with application teams to expose data via APIs and event-driven architecturesProvide architectural guidance for cloud-native deployments, including containerization and orchestrationEstablish data architecture standards, patterns, and best practicesPartner with DevOps teams to enable CI/CD, infrastructure automation, and platform reliabilityReview designs, mentor engineers, and help drive technical decisions across projectsRequired Experience, Skills

Qualifications

:Experience : 8–12+ years in data engineering and architecture rolesStrong experience designing streaming data platforms (Kafka, MSK, Kinesis, or similar)Proven hands-on experience building or leading MDM implementationsSolid understanding of data governance principles and real-world implementationExperience designing event-driven and API-first data architecturesDeep knowledge of data modeling (canonical models, domain-driven design concepts)Ability to translate business

requirements

into scalable technical solutionsGood Communication SkillsPreferred / Nice-to-Have SkillsAWS experience (MSK, Kinesis, S3, Glue, Lambda, ECS, etc. )Experience with Java / Spring Boot for data and API servicesContainerization and orchestration using Docker and ECSExposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, IaC, Terraform, Git-based workflows)Experience with cloud security and IAM best practicesWhat Success Looks Like in This RoleStreaming platforms are scalable, reliable, and easy for teams to adoptMDM solutions serve as a trusted source of truth across the enterpriseGovernance is practical and embedded into platforms—not just documentationEngineering teams are aligned on standards and patternsCompensation

Benefits

:This role is eligible for our competitive salary and comprehensive

benefits

package to support your well-being:- Comprehensive Health Insurance- Paid Leave (Vacation/PTO)- Paid Holidays- Sick Leave- Parental Leave - Bereavement Leave- 401 (k) Employer Match- Employee Referral BonusesCheck out our complete list of

benefits

here - https://egen. ai/people/#

benefits

Important:All roles are subject to standard hiring verification practices, which may include background checks, employment verification, and other relevant checks. EEO and Accommodations: Egen is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Egen will also consider qualified applications with criminal histories, consistent with legal

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Egen welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates during all aspects of the selection process. Please advise the talent acquisition team if you require accommodations during the interview process.