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Data Architect

Cherokee Federal
401(k)
United States, Maryland, Silver Spring
Sep 08, 2025

Data Architect / Data Science Lead

As a IT Data Architect / Data Science Lead at Cherokee Nation Systems Solutions (CNSS) you will interface within an agile product delivery team to implement, and support designed solutions in Amazon Web Services in support of scientific data processing capabilities. This position will primarily be assigned data management and architecture-based user stories to act as the Subject Matter Expert on data processing capabilities (API development for data set hosting)

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Data Architect / Data Science Lead:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Data Architect / Data Science Lead Responsibilities Include:

  • Architecting and building data driven solutions using IT infrastructure in Amazon Web Services (AWS).
  • Guiding stakeholders (data scientists, program managers, cloud engineers) refine cloud development use cases/user stories to achieve desired outcomes from data.
  • Developing an API driven data management architecture in support of complex scientific and geographic data analysis.
  • Developing machine learning pipelines to achieve business objectives defined in user stories.
  • Developing solutions using Infrastructure as Code methodology (AWS IaC Terraform) to meet system requirements.
  • Updating and managing the source code using NOAA approved source control tools (GitHub)
  • Delivering a solution/design blueprint and technical reference documentation for each assigned project.
  • Ensuring that the documentation completes the OAR Change Control process and any feedback provided by the IT Security Officer, System Owner or Enterprise Architect is addressed prior to moving solutions into production.
  • Architecting and developing cloud-based applications using and integrating with AWS native tooling to include:
    • Python
    • JupyterHub
    • R / R Studio
    • SQL
    • Javascript / Javascript-based frameworks
    • API Development
    • AWS Lambda
    • AWS API Gateway
    • AWS DynamoDB
    • AWS Glue
    • AWS SageMaker
    • AWS Cognito
    • AWS Relational Database Service (RDS)
    • AWS Simple Storage Service (S3)
    • AWS CodePipeline
    • AWS Fargate
    • AWS DataLake
  • Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC), open source and/or other approved tools and resources.
  • Responsible for ensuring participation in an agile software development team.
  • May be required to perform other software development and analysis activities in support of the development team.
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including designers, developers, and project managers, to deliver high-quality websites on time and within budget.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Data Architect / Data Science Lead Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

  • Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance, Common Access Card (CAC)
  • Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in information technology, computer science, or a related field is required.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in information technology and development, preferably in a federal agency setting.
  • Experience participating an agile environment.
  • Experience working with data engineering tooling: R, Python, AWS Athena
  • Leveraging Agile best practices in software development including but not limited to; open-source code, human-centered design, and with an extensible infrastructure and robust communication between the product sponsor and the project team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and team members.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the development field.
  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation System Solutions (CNSS) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNSS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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