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Data Analytics Architect Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Sr. Big Data Architect

Mclean, VA

$68 - $91/hr

Data Architect is expected to provide advanced technical support in the research, experimentation, business analysis, and use of systems technology including architecture, integration capabilities ...

This role operates at the intersection of architecture, engineering, analytics, AI, and mission strategy. The Principal Data Solution Architect shapes the vision for how data is collected, governed ...

Data Architect

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

Gather project data requirements with business analysts. * Determine data migration, application ... Collaborate with enterprise architects, analysts, and project management. Must-Have Primary Skill:

Perform in a leadership and Solution Architect role, helping with shaping the strategic direction of our growing AI/ML, automation, and Data Analytics practice. * Deliver on projects in the areas of ...

Data Architect SME

Herndon, VA · On-site

$65.50 - $84.25/hr

Collaborate with engineers and analysts to ensure data alignment across applications, cloud ... Communicate architectural decisions, trade-offs, and recommendations to technical and executive ...

Data Architect SME

Herndon, VA

$65.50 - $84.25/hr

Collaborate with engineers and analysts to ensure data alignment across applications, cloud ... Communicate architectural decisions, trade-offs, and recommendations to technical and executive ...

Data Architect SME

Herndon, VA · On-site

$135K - $216K/yr

Collaborate with engineers and analysts to ensure data alignment across applications, cloud ... Communicate architectural decisions, trade-offs, and recommendations to technical and executive ...

Data Architect

Quantico, VA

$68.75 - $88.50/hr

Collaborate with database administrators, analysts, and stakeholders to ensure efficient and secure ... Create data architecture artifacts, including diagrams, data inventories, and architectural ...

Perform in a leadership and Solution Architect role, helping with shaping the strategic direction of our growing AI/ML, automation, and Data Analytics practice. * Deliver on projects in the areas of ...

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How much do data analytics architect jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for data analytics architect in Virginia is $177,216.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $164,100.00 and $189,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical career advancement opportunities for a data analytics architect?

Data Analytics Architects often find excellent career growth opportunities within organizations, as their expertise in designing data frameworks is highly valued. With experience, many progress to senior or principal architect roles, chief data officer positions, or transition into broader leadership roles in data engineering or analytics strategy. Continuous learning and staying updated with emerging technologies, such as machine learning platforms and cloud-based analytics, also open doors to specialized roles. Working in this position exposes professionals to both technical challenges and business strategy, setting a strong foundation for advancement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a data analytics architect?

A Data Analytics Architect requires strong expertise in data modeling, analytics platforms, and database management, often backed by a degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like SQL, Python, Spark, and cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), along with certifications such as AWS Certified Data Analytics or Google Professional Data Engineer, is highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and the capacity to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams distinguish top performers. These competencies are vital for designing effective analytics solutions, ensuring data integrity, and translating business needs into actionable data strategies.

What is a data analytics architect?

A Data Analytics Architect designs and implements data infrastructure, ensuring efficient data processing, storage, and analysis to support business intelligence and decision-making. They work with data engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to create scalable data solutions and optimize system performance. Their role involves selecting technologies, defining data models, and ensuring data security and governance.

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Infographic showing various Data Analytics Architect job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $177,216 per year, or $85.2 per hour.

$66 - $84.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Salient CRGT is a leading provider of health, data analytics, cloud, agile software development, mobility, cyber security, and infrastructure solutions. We support these core capabilities with full lifecycle IT services and training-to help our customers meet critical goals for pivotal missions. We are purpose-built for IT transformation supporting federal civilian, defense, homeland, and intelligence agencies, as well as Fortune 1000 companies.

Job Description

In this role you will:

  • Develop enterprise Data Architectures strategies and provide solution recommendations in support of business strategies
  • Work across all phases of data modeling, from conceptualization to visualization and database optimization. This extends to SQL development and database administration.
  • Review business requests for data and data usage, research data sources and create requirements documentation
  • Coordinate design and develop new data sources and usage ensuring consistency and integration with existing warehouse structure
  • Design extract, transform and load logic of data, analyze data logs to enhance performance and increase functionality
  • Design control and monitoring mechanisms to ensure accuracy and data integrity
  • Coordinate development of and / or develop BI presentation layers
  • Design, develop, test and deploy dashboards, scorecards, reports and alerts/notifications for the presentation of business metrics according to business user requirements consistent with integrated BI applications and warehouse structure
  • Develop support documents for BI applications and provides user support and training
  • Lead design of high-level conceptual and logical models that facilitate a cross-system/cross functional view of data requirements
  • Oversee the mapping of data sources, data movement, interfaces, and analytics, with the goal of ensuring data quality
  • Establish methods and procedures for tracking data quality, completeness, redundancy, and improvement
  • Conduct data capacity planning, life cycle, duration, usage requirements, feasibility studies, and other tasks
  • Collaborate with project managers and business unit leaders for all projects involving enterprise data
  • Identify and develop opportunities for data reuse, migration, or retirement
  • Provide consultation during business requirements gathering efforts
  • May work with organization departments to design and develop data marts
  • Design, develop, and implement the data architecture for a data warehouse, including high-performance ETL (Extract, Transform, and Load) tools, routines and infrastructure
  • Lead Data Profiling and Data Quality analysis using SQL or other query based analysis
  • Develop and implement solutions for cleansing data to remove errors and ensure consistency
  • Recognize and leverage data sources both internally and externally to enhance the analysis capabilities
  • Reverse engineer data specifications from source systems through data discovery, analysis, and other techniques
Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements: 

  • Bachelor's Degree in computer science, information science, or related field required
  • At least ten years of information technology experience -- architecture/engineering, information security, or related experience
  • At least 3-5 years of data architecture experience, with expertise in both transactional and data warehouse modeling
  • Master data management and data governance experience desired
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance 
  • Salient CRGT will not sponsor work visas for this opening 
Desired Qualifications: 
  • Strong initiative, innovative thinking skills, and the ability to analyze details and adopt a big-picture view
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical information to technical and non-technical contacts
  • Ability to lead and assist a wide range of customers, from executive level to Line of Business, in meeting their business objectives
  • Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain productive communications with external agencies and productive working relationships with other team members
  • Strong SQL development skills
  • Strong Microsoft Power BI skills
  • Strong data modeling and database design skills
  • Proficient in database administration
  • Intellectually curious, innovative and detail oriented
  • Maintain professional demeanor in a fast-paced, changing environment
Additional Information

If you feel you are qualified for this position, express interest by clicking the Apply button below (if you are viewing this position on the Salient CRGT website). If you are viewing this job posting outside of the Salient CRGT website, please visit: www.salientcrgt.com/careers to express interest in this position through the Salient CRGT Careers page.

Salient CRGT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other factor prohibited by applicable anti-discrimination laws.