VP, Cloud Solution Architect

Role Summary/Purpose: We are looking for a VP, Cloud Data Solution Architect to lead the strategic design of Synchrony’s enterprise data ecosystem in the cloud that supports both operational and analytic objectives. This individual will drive the strategy and architecture for data modernization initiatives, enabling high-performing, secure, scalable and resilient data platforms that create superior user experiences. The role consists of defining target-state cloud data architecture, consumption patterns, controls, design standards, and implementation approaches that improve data accessibility, performance, and business usability. Ideal candidate will effectively partner with senior business, technology, security, risk, data, analytics, and product stakeholders to modernize legacy data ecosystems, establish reusable migration frameworks, and drive adoption of cloud-native data capabilities, to support high-availability operational activities, AI / Advanced analytics, and architecture best practices that enhance enterprise data consumption and user experience. Ideally, candidate will leverage AI & other automation tools to deliver on priorities efficiently and creatively. Key Responsibilities: Provide architecture thought leadership across cloud data platforms, data lakehouse and data mesh patterns, event-driven architecture, API-enabled data sharing, semantic layers, and mode [... source excerpt omitted ...] tterns, consumption optimization, operational readiness, emerging cloud practices, and modern data architecture trends. Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Management, or related field with 8+ years of experience in information technology, data architecture, enterprise architecture, cloud architecture, or related technology roles OR in lieu of the bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in one of these roles. 5+ years of applied experience designing, modernizing, or migrating data platforms in cloud environments. Demonstrated e [... source excerpt omitted ...] king: We’re proud to offer you flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. You will be required to commute to your nearest Hub (either virtual or physical) for in-person engagement activities such as regular business or team meetings, training and culture events. *Field Sales and some Commercial team roles may have varied location requirements based upon partner obligations or preferences. Eligibility Requirements: You must be 18 years or older You must have a high school diploma or equivalent You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation a