Principal Data Architect
Russell InvestmentsSeattle, Washington, United States • Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States • New York, New York, United States
Posted March 16, 2026
160000 - 190000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Russell Investments is a leading global investment solutions partner providing a wide range of investment capabilities to institutional investors, financial intermediaries, and individual investors around the world. Since 1936, Russell Investments has been building a legacy of continuous innovation to deliver exceptional value to clients, working every day to make financial security more achievable. The firm is the world’s sixth-largest outsourcing manager (according to P&I as of 12/31/2024), with US$906 billion in assets under advisement (as of 12/31/2024) and US$332 billion in assets under management (as of 3/31/2025) for clients in 30 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Russell Investments has offices in 17 cities around the world.
Job Description
We are seeking a Principal Data Architect to join our Enterprise Data Office (EDO) within the Technology organization. The role will lead the design, implementation, and modernization of Russell's enterprise data and analytics architecture in a hybrid environment (on-premises + cloud).
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise data solution design.
- 10+ years of experience in SQL and advanced concepts.
- 3+ years with DBT and familiarity with advanced concepts.
- 5+ years designing cloud-based data platforms (Azure preferred).
- Proven expertise in data modeling and data warehouse design (3NF, dimensional, Data Vault).
- Hands-on experience with Master Data Management (MDM) strategy and implementation.
- Demonstrated success leading cloud migration projects and designing hybrid architectures.
- Strong proficiency in SQL Server and relational database optimization.
- Knowledge of metadata management, data governance, data quality, and lineage.
Benefits
- Healthcare
- Retirement
- Vacation
- Wellbeing programs
- Performance bonus (subject to eligibility criteria)
