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Working at the intersection of data architecture, governance, and AI enablement, the Senior AI Architect will ensure that data assets are discoverable, interoperable, and optimized for analytics, machine learning, and emerging AI applications. \n\nReporting to the VP, Research & Data Science, this role will partner closely with product, engineering, and platform teams to establish the architectural standards that support Dynata's evolving portfolio of data products, AI capabilities, and enterprise decision-support systems. \n\nKey Responsibilities \n\nSemantic Layer & Data Architecture \n\nDefine and evolve the technical architecture for Dynata's semantic layer, medallion architecture, and enterprise data models. \n\nTranslate business concepts, governance standards, and domain definitions into scalable technical frameworks and enforceable architectures. \n\nEstablish standards for schema design, metadata management, interoperability, and semantic consistency across the platform. \n\nEnsure analytical, operational, and AI use cases are supported by a common architectural foundation. \n\nData Contracts & Governance Standards \n\nDesign and govern data contract frameworks that enable reliable, reusable, and trusted data assets across the organization. \n\nEstablish standards for schema validation, versioning, lineage, quality controls, and controlled evolution of enterprise datasets. \n\nPartner with governance stakeholders to operationalize policies through technical controls and platform capabilities. \n\nPromote consistency, traceability, and discoverability across enterprise data assets. \n\nAI & Algorithm Platform Architecture \n\nDefine architectural patterns for feature stores, model inputs and outputs, model lifecycle management, and algorithm interoperability. \n\nEstablish standards for how analytical models, machine learning solutions, and AI services integrate with enterprise data assets. \n\nDesign scalable frameworks for feature reuse, model governance, and algorithm deployment. \n\nEnsure AI and machine learning capabilities are built upon secure, governed, and reusable platform foundations. \n\nCross-Functional Collaboration \n\nPartner closely with Product, Technology, Research & Data Science, and Data Platform teams. \n\nTranslate complex technical concepts into clear architectural decisions and implementation guidance. \n\nLead architecture discussions that balance business needs, governance requirements, technical feasibility, and long-term scalability. \n\nServe as a technical thought leader on semantic architecture, data governance, AI enablement, and enterprise platform design. \n\nQualifications \n\n7+ years of experience in data architecture, platform architecture, AI/ML infrastructure, data engineering, or related fields. \n\nProven experience designing enterprise-scale semantic layers, data models, schema governance frameworks, or data contract architectures. \n\nStrong understanding of modern lakehouse architectures, medallion design patterns, metadata management, and data governance principles.\n\nDemonstrated experience architecting machine learning and AI platforms, including feature stores, model lifecycle management, lineage, and governance capabilities. \n\nExperience establishing technical standards that support analytics, machine learning, and AI-driven applications at scale. \n\nStrong understanding of schema management, metadata frameworks, versioning strategies, and interoperability patterns. \n\nExperience translating ambiguous business requirements and governance concepts into scalable technicalarchitectures. \n\nStrong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience influencing technical leaders, architects, and executive stakeholders. \n\nDemonstrated success operating effectively in ambiguous environments and leading foundational platform and architecture initiatives. \n\nExperience with modern data and AI platforms such as Databricks, DataHub, Snowflake, feature stores, metadata platforms, or comparable technologies. \n\nPreferred Qualifications \n\nExperience implementing or governing enterprise semantic layers and business glossaries. \n\nFamiliarity with AI governance, model governance, and responsible AI frameworks. \n\nExperience designing architecture for graph analytics, forecasting, optimization, or decision-support systems. \n\nExposure to LLM-enabled platform capabilities such as metadata generation, semantic modeling, catalog enrichment, or governance automation. \n\nAt Dynata, we deliver the highest quality first-party data to help businesses around the world gain precise insights, activate the right audiences, and confidently measure impact. With industry-leading respondent accuracy, reliability, and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dynata is the trusted foundation for smarter decision-making.\n\nAt Dynata, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment where every employee and customer feels valued, respected, and supported. We strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Dynata welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and is dedicated to fostering a work culture that supports everyone. Accommodations are available upon request for all aspects of the selection process. \n\nDynata is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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