Data Architect

| Greater Denver Area | Hybrid
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Workiva is looking for a Technical Solutions Architect to join its Services Platform team. This team is small, agile, highly-collaborative, and data-driven - focused on unlocking efficiency within the Global Client Services organization through the application of advanced technology. We have a wide set of skills including process optimization, data analysis, and engineering, across a diverse mix of domains. We interface with customers, partners, and internal teams to identify complex productivity challenges and implement solutions within and around the Wdesk Platform. The Data Integration Architect will investigate integrations opportunities, participate in strategy discussions for data-driven tasks, translate business requirements into data models, and assist in the design of effective data pipelines and systems.

What You'll Be Doing:

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Investigating and designing external system integration processes, especially for large scale enterprise infrastructure
  • Providing architectural guidance on integrating with multiple systems, both internal and external
  • Obtaining and maintaining an in-depth understanding of Workiva's product technology and underlying software architectures, to build innovative data integration solutions
  • Acting as a consultant and subject matter expert on data integration for Product Management, Sales, Engineering, and other stakeholders to ensure their success
  • Designing components, services, and patterns within our microservice-based ecosystem

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Assisting in design and maintenance of ETL processes
  • Integrating data from multiple sources into cohesive warehouses/pipelines and creating data standards
  • Aligning of team data architecture with strategic business objectives
  • Collaborating with the team data scientist to support analytics goals

What We're Looking For:

  • A team player to be a part of an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture
  • Communication skills to clearly articulate and evangelize decisions
  • Self-motivation and a strong desire to make an impact at Workiva
  • Critical feedback skills (giving/receiving) that help level up design work
  • Ability to travel up to 20% to meet with customers and/or key stakeholders, product teams in other Workiva locations
  • Technical prowess – you don't have to be a master coder, but you shouldn't be afraid of diving into technical issues and understanding the complexities
  • Drive for continuous self-improvement and learning

Education and Experience:

  • B.S. Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years experience in a technical role, plus 3+ years experience with data integration and software or data architecture
  • Experience with large-scale enterprise infrastructure utilizing SAP, IBM, Oracle, or a related platform
  • Experience with Amazon Web Services (including EC2, Lambda, RDS). Bonus: AWS Certified Solutions Architect.
  • Understanding of SaaS and/or Cloud-based solutions and ecosystems
  • Development experience in Java, Scala, or a related language
  • Experience implementing ETL processes utilizing iPaaS technologies such as Informatica, Dell Boomi, SnapLogic, or Mulesoft.
  • Experience with relational and no-SQL database systems
  • Knowledge of REST, SOAP, WSDL, and ODATA based web services

Where You'll Work

  • Workiva Muse Page: https://www.themuse.com/profiles/workiva 
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Technology we use

  • Engineering
  • Product
  • Sales & Marketing
    • GolangLanguages
    • JavascriptLanguages
    • PythonLanguages
    • Google AppEngineLanguages
    • Open SourceLanguages
    • Dart Languages
    • ReactLibraries
    • CassandraDatabases
    • Graph DatabaseDatabases
    • Google AnalyticsAnalytics
    • JIRAManagement
    • DrupalCMS
    • SalesforceCRM
    • MarketoLead Gen

Location

Workiva is in an ideal location on the banks of the South Platte River surrounded by restaurants and retail shops!

An Insider's view of Workiva

What’s the vibe like in the office?

Workiva is a close-knit workplace where teamwork is highly valued—people encourage and truly appreciate the hard work of their fellow team members and treat each other with respect.

Molly Nitka

Corporate Programs Manager

What is your vision for the company?

Our mission at Workiva—to power transparent reporting for a better world—is supported by our company values: customer success, innovation, trust, integrity, inclusion, collaboration, and accountability. We are successful because we put our employees first, listen to their voices, and respond to their needs.

Marty Vanderploeg

CEO

What are Workiva Perks + Benefits

Workiva Benefits Overview

When you join Workiva, you get a world-class benefits package for you and your family. On day one, every full-time employee starts with stock options, vacation, and the opportunity to enroll in our discounted stock purchase plan.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision care plans; life and disability insurance; and 12 weeks of paid parental leave. With a casual dress code, support for health and wellness, and flexible work hours, we’ve got you covered for whatever life brings.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
We have seven employee resource groups that are formed around a shared interest or common goal. These groups are designed to support their members and cultivate a more diverse & inclusive workspace.
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
We provide up to 12 weeks of parental leave for the primary caretaker. Workiva also provides 12 weeks of leave for the secondary caretaker.
Family medical leave
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Pet friendly
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Workiva offers employees professional development opportunities like Onsite training courses, The ability to attend job related conferences and seminars.
Promote from within
Continuing education available during work hours

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