Solutions Architect IV

OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a Geosyntec Company, seeks a motivated Solutions Architect to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Lab in Los Alamos, NM. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Join a team of bright, motivated professionals using agile methodologies to design, build, and transform business solutions through an ERP Modernization effort and beyond to stabilization. As a member of the Business Applications and Data Services group (ADS-BADS), you will focus on executing an enterprise-wide data strategy to modernize our core operational data store and transition to a cutting-edge, scalable data platform.

Los Alamos National Laboratory has selected SAP for our next-generation Cloud ERP solution. In parallel, we will require a future state data strategy to take advantage of new tools and technology to help us modernize our current on-prem operational data store. This work plays a critical role in supporting key institutional initiatives such as enabling real-time analytics, AI/ML capabilities, and enhanced operational efficiency.

The role will be critical in transformation of our legacy data environment into a modern, cloud-native architecture. In concert with institutional knowledge experts and ERP implementation planner and integrators, you will define the data strategy, standards, and blueprints for migrating and integrating high-volume operational data into a new platform, ensuring data integrity, security, and accessibility across the enterprise.

We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, motivated to solve challenging problems, and committed to delivering safety-class, mission-critical software.

• Created because they need a data architect; transitions over cloud-based system based on SAP
• Position our data; moving from locally owned database to something new modern
• Cloud modernization project
• Understanding cloud-based data solutions
• Data lakes
• LANL CDO putting together policies and frameworks for this position and the data team
• Migration to cloud-to-cloud systems (ERM)
• Data Architecture

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree and 12 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 15+ years of progressive experience in data architecture, data modernization, and cloud-based data solutions.
• Extensive experience implementing solutions with at least one or more of the following: Snowflake, Databricks, and/or SAP data platforms (S/4HANA, Datasphere, etc)
• Proven experience as a senior data architect or equivalent, with demonstrated leadership on large-scale architecture projects.
• Proven work experience in designing and implementing complex data architecture, with significant experience in data warehousing, and large-scale data modernization projects.
• Strong understanding of major cloud platforms and their native data services.
• Extensive data migration experience from on-prem to cloud systems and cloud to cloud.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Q Clearance.
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of development, including data analysis and integrations.
• Prior government and/or DOE experience.
• Experience with SAP BDC (Business Data Cloud), SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform), and Integration Suite.
• Lead architectural decisions around data platforms (e.g. Snowflake, Databricks, Data Lakes, Data Lakehouses, ETL/ELT, streaming architecture)
• Experience in designing and implementing a comprehensive data catalog to improve data discovery and governance.
• Experience with big data technologies and machine learning concepts.
• ERP certification or training (e.g., SAP Data Architect, Oracle ERP Cloud, Workday Integration).
• Experience implementing or supporting data governance programs, especially in ERP environments.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations and compliance requirements relevant to ERP data (e.g., SOX, GDPR, HIPAA)

LOCATION

• Los Alamos National Lab – remote position.
• Assignment Duration – Initial year with possibility of extension or conversion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran