Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
The Sr Director of Enterprise Data and Architecture leads the strategy, execution, and governance of enterprise data, integrations, and Enterprise Systems Architecture across the organization. This role is responsible for defining and delivering modern data platformsand enterprise architecture that enables trusted, governed, and accessible data across ERP, CRM, HRIS, Manufacturing, Finance, and other core systems.
As the owner of corporate data strategy and the enterprise data lakehouse, this leader drives the design and build of scalable data platforms, integration patterns, and architectural standards that support analytics, AI, operational reporting, and digital products. The role ensures that data and technology decisions align with business strategy, regulatory obligations, and security requirements.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in enterprise data architecture, data engineering, and integrations, along with a proven ability to lead cross-functional programs, mature data governance, and build high-performing architecture and data engineering teams.
What You'll Do:
Enterprise Data Strategy & Governance
Develop and own the enterprise data strategy and roadmap, aligning data capabilities with corporate objectives, analytics needs, and digital transformation priorities.
Required Qualifications:
12+ years of experience in enterprise data, analytics, or architecture roles, including 5+ years in senior leadership driving enterprise-scale data or architecture programs.
Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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