Data Architect

About the Position

Introduction: A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role

This role is responsible for shaping and evolving HARMAN Lifestyle’s enterprise data architecture to enable scalable data platforms, data products, and advanced analytics capabilities. You will design and govern modern cloud-based data architectures leveraging technologies such as Snowflake, Microsoft Fabric, SAP data ecosystems, and enterprise analytics platforms. Additionally, you will play a key role in driving HARMAN’s transition toward domain-oriented data products and the adoption of a future-ready Data Fabric architecture.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain enterprise data architecture standards and best practices across the Lifestyle Digital data ecosystem.
• Design scalable data architectures supporting analytics, AI/ML, and enterprise reporting.
• Architect and govern the Snowflake data platform and enterprise data warehouse environment.
• Design robust data integration patterns across SAP and non-SAP systems, APIs, and cloud data sources.
• Enable domain-driven data products that deliver reusable and trusted datasets for business teams.
• Define data modeling standards, including dimensional models, semantic models, and domain data models.
• Establish architecture patterns to support future Data Fabric capabilities, including metadata-driven architectures and data sharing.
• Partner with BI teams (Power BI, Qlik) to enable scalable semantic layers and self-service analytics.
• Define data governance standards, including metadata management, data lineage, data quality frameworks, and master data principles.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or enterprise data platforms.
• Strong expertise in designing modern cloud data architectures (Fabric, Snowflake, or similar platforms).
• Deep understanding of data warehousing, dimensional modeling, and enterprise data modeling practices.
• Experience in integrating SAP data landscapes with modern analytics platforms.
• Strong SQL and data engineering fundamentals.
• Experience in designing scalable data pipelines and distributed data architectures.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or an equivalent field.
• Experience in implementing data products, Data Mesh, or domain-oriented data architectures.
• Experience in designing or implementing Data Fabric or metadata-driven data architectures.
• Experience with enterprise BI platforms such as Power BI or Qlik.
• Experience with SAP Datasphere, SAP BW, or other SAP data platforms.
• Experience in enabling AI/ML data platforms and advanced analytics.

We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

About the Company

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners, and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!