Data Architect

McLean, VA


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Type: Contract

Category: Data

Industry: Financial Services

Standard Hours: Open

Reference ID: JN -102026-109041

Date Posted: 10/13/2026

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/4IqHoW


Description:

Hybrid 3 daysi in mclean in McLean, VA

 

Our client seeks a Data Architect to design and operationalize data solutions that support analytics, reporting, and stakeholder decision-making. The role will develop data pipelines and integrations on AWS, perform data validation and quality checks, and build automated reporting artifacts. The architect will manage project logistics, communicate status to senior leadership, and deliver clear documentation and presentations.

 

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

 

Rate: $65.00 to $80.00/hr. w2


Responsibilities:
  • Design, build, and maintain data pipelines using Python, SQL, Spark, and Databricks.
  • Develop automated Google Slides, Sheets, and Docs via Python, including charts and data tables.
  • Create dashboards and visualizations in Tableau or AWS QuickSight.
  • Implement system integrations, data validation, and quality checks.
  • Analyze processes and tests, identify gaps, and produce remediation plans.
  • Manage project workflow including meetings, agendas, notes, follow-ups, and status reporting.
  • Communicate progress, risks, and insights to stakeholders up to senior director level.

Experience Requirements:
  • About 5 years of total experience, including at least 4 years of professional data analysis.
  • At least 4 years of programming experience.
  • At least 5 years with Python, SQL, or Spark, and Databricks.
  • Experience automating Google Slides, Sheets, and Docs with Python.
  • At least 1 year with Tableau or AWS QuickSight.
  • Proficiency with AWS services and development.
  • At least 1 year in people management or project management.
  • Project management skills creating timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
  • Strong presentation and communication skills.
  • Customer-facing experience providing real-time project status updates.
  • Fast learner and collaborative team player.
  • Prior experience with Capital One preferred.

Recruitment Transparency Notice
 
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (noreply@eliassen.com, 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
 

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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· Eliassen Group will never ask you for personal information (home address, bank account, or check routing number) until you have worked with someone clearly associated with Eliassen Group.

If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact fraud@eliassen.com.

 
About Eliassen Group:
 
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
 
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
 
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