job summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Data Architect to drive enterprise data architecture and cloud modernization initiatives within our AI & Data team. In this role, you will design scalable cloud data structures, build robust integration frameworks, and establish governance standards to support critical business platforms. location: Richmond, Virginia job type: Contract salary: $60 - 65 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Architect and design scalable, high-performance cloud data warehouses and database schemas.Define data architecture standards, data quality rules, and governance models across systems.Partner with technical engineering teams to build, optimize, and streamline complex ETL/ELT pipelines.Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate strategic objectives into extensible data models. qualifications: 7+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture, data modeling, and database design. Extensive experience designing and implementing cloud data solutions (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Strong background in data warehousing, SQL optimization, and end-to-end pipeline design. Excellent technical leadership, analytical, and communication skills. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.