Data Systems Architect

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Torch Technologies is a 100% employee‑owned, Certified Great Place to Work, and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County. Headquartered in Huntsville, AL with over 1,200 employee‑owners, the company provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services support those who serve the country.

Corporate mission: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. As a Certified Evergreen ESOP, Torch is committed to growing and sustaining the company for the next 100 years. Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies is seeking a Data Systems Architect to support USSPACECOM. This role requires a highly skilled individual to build, deploy, and maintain robust big‑data solutions and platforms. The Data Systems Architect will work closely with combatant command staff to support complex technical decisions within the current data framework.

• Develop data architecture that enhances current analytics capabilities
• Work on a cadence that enables best‑fit technology to improve performance, quality, and availability over time
• Build concise data architecture to support future artificial intelligence capabilities
• Provide insight into evolving database storage and utilization needs and recommend solutions
• Analyze database implementation methods for compliance with USSPACECOM policies and external regulations
• Create data monitoring models and collaborate with the marketing team ahead of new releases
• Develop database design and architecture documentation for management and executive teams
• Maintain the integrity and security of company databases

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or related field
• 7+ years of experience in a data analysis or data management role
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Knowledge of SQL, Python, R, PL/SQL, T‑SQL, and other stored procedure programming languages
• Experience with Big Data solutions (Data Lake, Hadoop Ecosystem, RDBMS, No
  
  SQL, Apache Spark/Presto, machine learning/deep learning, Blockchain, In‑memory Databases)
• Understanding of cloud network environments as a service
• Proficiency with open‑source RDBMS (MySQL, Maria
  
  DB, Postgre
  
  SQL)
• Proficient in multiple data modeling types (Relational, Key/Value, Graph, Document, Column‑family, Array/Matrix, Hierarchical, Network)
• Ability to design scalable data services architecture supporting advanced analytics needs
• Experience building self‑service, real‑time data systems adaptable to evolving technologies
• Strong ability to communicate complex data in a clear, actionable manner

• Master’s degree in Computer Engineering or related field
• Experience with Palantir MAVEN Smart Systems ontology and design development
• Prior space experience at the operational/theater level (e.g., Combatant Command, Joint/Combined Task Force, Component)
• Experience supporting USSPACECOM, AFSPACE, NAVSPACE, MARFORSPACE, or SMDC/ARSPACE operations/exercises
• Experience working on classified networks and interfacing with military staffs at operational and strategic levels
• Artificial Intelligence and/or Machine Learning experience
• Cloud environment experience

M-F; 8-5

Onsite, Colorado Springs, CO.

Yes, 0-10%

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The salary range is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position, including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation,…