Director, Data & Enterprise Architecture Transformation

Own executive relationships across a portfolio of strategic enterprise accounts; serve as the single point of accountability for client outcomes, satisfaction, and growth.

Co-develop and execute account strategies that expand Valiantys' footprint across data strategy, data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks), data governance, and enterprise architecture.

Lead solutioning for complex pursuits -- partnering internally to scope data modernization, data mesh/fabric, MDM, and enterprise architecture engagements.

Shape and communicate target architectures spanning business, application, data, and technology domains -- including cloud data platforms, analytics, AI/ML foundations, and governance frameworks.

Govern delivery quality in partnership with engagement managers; intervene on escalations and ensure architectural integrity.

Represent Valiantys in executive briefings, QBRs, industry events, and joint go-to-market activities.

Mentor consultants and architects, contributing to Valiantys' practice development in data strategy and enterprise architecture.

Do you have what it takes to be our new Director, Data & Enterprise Architecture Transformation ?

10+ years in consulting, professional services, or enterprise technology roles, with at least 5 years in client-facing leadership (Client Partner, Engagement Director, or equivalent).

Data Strategy expertise: proven track record defining and executing enterprise data strategies -- data operating models, governance, data quality, MDM, and analytics & BI modernization.

Enterprise Architecture expertise: demonstrated experience leading EA programs across business, application, data, and technology architecture domains, including target operating models and cloud architecture blueprints.

Data Platform/Engineering background: hands-on or architectural depth across modern data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks), data mesh/fabric patterns, lakehouse architectures, ELT/ETL, and streaming.

Cloud & Infrastructure foundation: strong foundation in cloud architecture -- networking, identity, security, scalability, and reliability engineering at enterprise scale across AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Certifications: Active AWS, Azure, or GCP Solutions Architect Professional certification; TOGAF 9 or TOGAF 10 Certified preferred

Demonstrated ability to lead multi-million-dollar account portfolios and complex pursuits.

Excellent executive communication, commercial acumen, and consultative selling skills.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field; advanced degree a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the Atlassian ecosystem (Jira, Jira Service Management, Confluence, Rovo).

• Additional certifications: Snowflake SnowPro, Databricks Certified Data Engineer/Architect, Azure/GCP Data Engineer.

• Experience designing AI/ML data foundations -- feature stores, vector stores, and governed data products supporting RAG and agentic workflows.

• Delivery experience in regulated industries (financial services, healthcare, life sciences) with familiarity in GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and BCBS 239.

• Established network within AWS and Azure partner organizations and joint GTM motions.

• Prior P&L ownership in a consulting or systems integrator environment.

• Location: This role can be located in Canada or in the United States. We offer flexible remote working policy.