IT Data Architect II

Overview

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Status: Exempt

Location: Remote Role

We are currently accepting candidates located in the following states: California, Idaho, Montana, and Washington.

Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $115,467 to $173,201 in Washington, with ranges adjusted based on the state of employment. Employees are also eligible for a bonus opportunity of up to 5%.

North Star Energy connects a family of fuel distribution companies serving communities and industries across the Western United States. Our operating companies deliver petroleum products and lubricants safely and efficiently throughout Alaska, Hawaii, California, and the Pacific Northwest.

Each company maintains its own local identity and expertise while operating within a distributed model that leverages North Star’s shared services in finance & accounting, legal & compliance, pricing & supply, human resources, marketing, and technology. Guided by shared values of safety, integrity, and operational excellence, North Star provides the strategic guidance and collaboration that help our teams strengthen performance, share best practices, and grow sustainably.

Together, our 1,000+ employees form a network of trusted brands — delivering energy that fuels people, businesses, and communities every day.

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Together, these companies serve customers across the Western United States — each maintaining its own local identity and expertise while benefiting from shared services, strategic guidance, and operational support provided by North Star Energy.

The Data Architect II is a strategic and technically advanced role responsible for leading the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise data systems. This position plays a critical part in shaping the company’s data architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and performance across platforms. The successful candidate will drive data strategy execution, mentor junior architects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that support business growth and operational excellence.

• Lead the design and oversight of enterprise data architecture, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical standards.
• Architect and implement scalable data solutions, including data lakes, warehouses, and real-time data pipelines.
• Define and enforce data governance policies, metadata management, and data quality standards across systems.
• Provide technical leadership in the development of business intelligence environments, including advanced Power BI modeling and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with Finance, Analytics, and Operational teams to optimize data consumption and reporting capabilities.
• Guide the integration of APIs and third-party systems to support seamless data exchange and interoperability.
• Translate complex business requirements into robust technical designs and oversee their implementation.
• Lead vendor and stakeholder engagement for solution delivery, ensuring alignment with architectural standards.
• Mentor and support junior data architects and analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Conduct performance assessments of SQL Server environments and implement optimization strategies.
• Develop and maintain automated reporting frameworks using SSRS and other tools to support decision-making.
• Identify and resolve root causes of data quality issues, implementing scalable and repeatable solutions.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of standard operating procedures for data security, monitoring, and compliance.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or related roles.
• Proven expertise in SQL Server, data warehousing, ETL processes, and data integration.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, including DAX, data modeling, and dashboard design.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure) and modern data tools (e.g., Databricks) is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and influence…