- Salary
- $160k – $188k
- Location
- Chicago, IL, United States of America · Atlanta, GA · Hopkins, MN · Englewood, CO · Charlotte, NC · Irving, TX
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Senior
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor
- Industry
- Finance
- Category
- Engineering
- Role type
- Individual Contributor
- Environment
- Office
- Closing date
- Jun 19, 2026
- Source
- Workday
Overview
As an Enterprise Data Architect at U.S. Bank, you'll define and lead the enterprise-wide data architecture strategy. You'll partner with technology and data organizations to design modern, scalable, secure cloud-based data ecosystems aligned with business objectives. Key responsibilities include establishing target-state architectures, translating business requirements into data solutions, governing enterprise data ecosystems, and driving platform technology decisions. You'll need 15+ years of experience in data architecture, strong expertise in modern data architectures (data lakes, warehouses), and hands-on experience with platforms like Databricks and Snowflake. The role requires 3+ days in-office weekly.
Description
At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.
Job Description
U.S. Bank is seeking an experienced Enterprise Data Architect to define, lead, and evolve our enterprise-wide data architecture strategy. As a member of the Enterprise Architecture team, this role closely partners with the Technology and Data organization to design modern, scalable, secure, and cloud-based data ecosystems that align with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a blend of strategic and technical thinking, solving the most complex enterprise data problems with enterprise grade data solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Define and drive enterprise data architecture strategy
- Establish target-state data platform architectures and standards aligned to business priorities.
Translate business requirements into scalable data architecture solutions.
Design and govern enterprise data ecosystems
Architect data solutions and integration strategies across systems.
Ensure consistent access, integration, and consumption of data across platforms.
Lead data architecture governance and quality initiatives
Define standards for data quality, metadata, master data, and lifecycle management.
Establish data governance policies, compliance controls, and security practices.
Drive platform and technology decisions
Evaluate and recommend data platforms, tools, and emerging technologies.
Define standards for data integration, pipelines, and data services.
Collaborate across business, data, and technology teams
Partner with stakeholders to align data architecture with enterprise objectives.
Act as a bridge between data strategy and technical execution.
Provide leadership and oversight
Lead architecture reviews and ensure adherence to standards
Support delivery teams through the product lifecycle.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
Eight or more years of relevant experience
Required Qualifications
15+ years of experience in data architecture, delivering large-scale enterprise data solutions within agile environments.
Strong expertise in modern data architectures, including data lakes, data warehouses, data marts, and master data management.
Deep understanding of data governance, privacy, and security standards
Proven ability to design and implement scalable data platforms, frameworks, and architecture patterns.
Hands-on experience with leading data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, and enterprise data lakes.
Strong experience in solution architecture for cloud-based data platforms.
Experience in data integration, data processing, streaming, and messaging technologies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and business stakeholders effectively.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the banking, wealth management, or financial services domain.
Exposure to multi-cloud environments, including AWS and Azure.
Knowledge of machine learning pipelines and data enablement for AI solutions.
Experience supporting AI-driven data product strategies.
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related engineering discipline.
Relevant certifications in data management, cloud architecture, or engineering.
Location Expectations
This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
E-Verify
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $159,970.00 - $188,200.00U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
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About U.S. Bank
U.S. Bank is a diversified financial services provider committed to helping customers and businesses make better financial decisions and enabling community growth and success.
