Senior Database Architect; Hybrid

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Database Architect to lead the design and execution of enterprise‑level data governance and architecture strategies for a mission‑critical environment out of Washington, DC
. The Senior Database Architect will be responsible for shaping how data is governed, classified, shared, and trusted across the organization. Must have an ACTIVE DHS clearance. Hybrid work.

• Lead enterprise data governance using Collibra to ensure trusted, compliant, and discoverable data
• Define and manage metadata, lineage, and master data standards to improve consistency and accountability
• Establish data architecture and access controls aligned with security policies and federal/privacy regulations
• Integrate Collibra with cloud, on‑prem, and hybrid data platforms, guiding governance‑aligned pipelines
• Drive automation and AI‑enabled governance, streamlining metadata ingestion, quality monitoring, and workflows

• 10+ years leading enterprise data governance and data architecture initiatives
• Hands‑on Collibra expertise (cataloging, lineage, stewardship, policies)
• Strong knowledge of metadata, lineage, and master data management (MDM)
• Experience integrating governance with cloud data platforms and lakehouse architectures
• Solid foundation in data modeling, integration, and enterprise architecture
• Cloud experience with AWS, Azure or GCP
• Familiarity with containers and infrastructure‑as‑code (Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform)
• Experience modernizing legacy governance into cloud‑scale frameworks
• Must have an active DHS Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in related field

• Salary:
  Between $140,000 - $160,000 annually based on years of experience
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Full Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401k, PTO (Paid Time Off), Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on 1/9/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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