Description Please note: This role is contingent upon a contract award. While it is not an immediate opening, we are actively conducting interviews and extending offers in anticipation of the award. **Title** **:** **Data Architect** **The Work** We are seeking a skilled and experienced **Data Architect** with deep expertise in Oracle, PostgreSQL, Azure SQL and MariaDB databa se systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing database architectures that support high-performance applications, data warehousing, and analytics platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with organizational goals. **Job Location:** _Remote_ _*If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does_ _monitor_ _employee work locations blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses_ _and also_ _prohibits personal VPN connections._ **What You Will Do:** + Design and develop scalable and robust data architecture solutions using Oracle, PostgreSQL, Azure SQLand MariaDB. + Define and maintain data models, data flows, and database schemas across multiple platforms. + Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and data analysts to integrate and optimize database performance and reliability. + Perform data migrations between Oracle, Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB environments. + Ensure data governance, security, and compliance with regulatory requirements. + Create and maintain documentation of data architecture, data dictionaries, and standards. + Monitor and tune databases to ensure high availability and optimal performance. + Conduct code and design reviews for database changes and new feature implementations. + Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend tools to improve data management and analytics. **What You Will Bring** **With** **You:** + Candidate must reside in the U.S., be authorized to work in the U.S., and all work must be performed in the U.S. + Candidate must have lived in the U.S. for three (3) full years out of the last five (5) years and be a US Citizen + Candidate must be able to pass successful Public Trust background check + Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems or related technology field + Required Certifications: MS Azure + 5 or more years of experience in data architect roles with data migration & cleansing and development with hands-on experience in Oracle, Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB. + 5 or more years' experience with prominent cloud, service-oriented, platform-based application technologies with design and system development accomplishments. + 2 or more years' experience in supporting natural language processing solutions to support data querying capabilities. **What We Would Like You** **To** **Bring** **With** **You:** + Master's Degree **Professional Skills:** + Highly effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business. + Organized, detailed oriented and able to prioritize and multi-task. **Working at ICF** ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email  Candidateaccommodation@icf.com  and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.  Read more about  workplace discrimination righ t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the  Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. **Candidate AI Usage Policy** At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.  However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at  candidateaccommodation@icf.com . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.   **Pay Range** - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $81,094.00 - $137,860.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99)