Data Architect

About aFit

At aFit, we believe great people power great organizations. We connect talented professionals with opportunities where they can make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow their careers. Our team is committed to matching skilled individuals with organizations that value innovation, collaboration, and professional development.

About the Role

aFit is seeking a Data Architect to support a State of Indiana government organization that serves as a centralized data and analytics hub supporting data-driven decision making and improved public services across the state. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity based in Indianapolis, offering the chance to work with enterprise-scale data initiatives that influence multiple agencies and stakeholders.

In this role, you will design and implement enterprise data architecture solutions while supporting data governance frameworks, integration strategies, and long-term data management initiatives. You will collaborate with both technical and business teams to ensure data is reliable, accessible, secure, and aligned with organizational goals.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with excellent communication skills and a desire to grow within a highly collaborative team environment.

What You'll Do

Data Strategy & Architecture

• Design and implement enterprise data architecture solutions
• Develop data models, standards, and integration strategies
• Support enterprise data governance initiatives aligned with DCAM and DMBOK frameworks
• Ensure data quality, integrity, stewardship, and consistency across systems
• Analyze data requirements for existing and future business applications

Data Integration & Technology Leadership

• Develop and oversee ETL processes and data integration workflows
• Support cloud-based data environments, including Azure, AWS, and Azure Databricks
• Participate in data platform modernization and migration initiatives
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions
• Support enterprise data warehousing and analytics platforms

Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration

• Consult with stakeholders to gather requirements and identify business needs
• Translate complex technical concepts into actionable recommendations
• Provide guidance on data architecture best practices
• Support user agencies and information systems personnel in maximizing data utilization

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead data-related projects and software implementations
• Develop and manage project work plans and priorities
• Coordinate project activities and technical resources
• Mentor team members and provide guidance on specialized initiatives
• Contribute to long-term enterprise data strategy planning

What You Bring

Skill| Required/Desired| Years
---|---|--- Enterprise Data Architecture| Required| 2+
Azure Cloud Environment| Required| Not Specified
AWS Cloud Environment| Required| Not Specified
Azure Databricks| Required| Not Specified
ETL Development & Data Integration| Required| Not Specified
Data Warehousing Concepts| Required| Not Specified
Data Governance (DCAM/DMBOK)| Highly Desired| Not Specified
Database Design & Data Modeling| Required| Not Specified
Project Leadership| Required| Not Specified
Stakeholder Communication| Required| Not Specified

Work Environment

• Contract-to-Hire
• Indianapolis, Indiana
• Hybrid Schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
• Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
• Long-term opportunity

Why This Role Matters

This opportunity allows you to influence enterprise data strategy across multiple State of Indiana organizations while helping improve how data supports public services and policy decisions. You'll join a growing team with significant opportunities for advancement, exposure to enterprise-scale data initiatives, and the ability to shape the future of data governance and analytics across the state.