Staff Architect (Data)

Company Description

Who we are

At The Stepstone Group, we have a simple yet very important mission : The right job for everyone. Using our data, platform, and technology, we create opportunities for job seekers and companies around the world to find a perfect match, in a fair and equitable way. With over 20 brands across 30+ countries, we strive for inclusive, unbiased hiring.

At our Tech Hub in Warsaw, located near Wilanowska Metro, we are a team of over 300 ambitious specialists dedicated to building and scaling world-class IT products. As part of The Stepstone Group, a global leader in job-tech and digital recruiting solutions, we’re shaping the future of work and technology.

Join our team of 4,000+ employees and be part of reshaping the labour market and becoming the world’s leading job-tech platform.

Our way of working : being together

At The Stepstone Group, we believe that meaningful work happens best together. We’re building a culture where people connect, learn from each other, and share ideas openly. That’s why working 3 days per week from our Warsaw office is a core part of how we collaborate. We know that face-to-face time makes a difference — for our people, our culture, and our impact.

Job Description

The job at glance

The Staff Architect – Data Architecture is an experienced technologist within the Enterprise Architecture team, dedicated to shaping, implementing, and governing the enterprise data architecture. This role is pivotal in ensuring consistency, interoperability, and strategic alignment of data across the organization.

You will lead and partner in the development and governance of the enterprise data model, data policies, integration patterns, and data contracts between our core domains and capabilities. You will work closely and collaboratively with engineering, product, and architecture stakeholders to ensure data is treated as a strategic asset—enabling scalable, secure, and intelligent solutions that benefit everyone.

This role welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and genders and values diverse perspectives. It calls for a blend of deep technical expertise in data architecture and engineering, strong communication and synthesis skills, and a strategic mindset to align data initiatives with domain delivery.

Working closely with other senior individual contributors and technical leaders, the Staff Architect ensures ongoing alignment of data architecture practices across portfolios. They provide mentorship, oversight, and guidance on the discipline of data architecture, influencing its evolution across Chapters and engineering teams.

The Staff Architect also plays a key role in supporting and growing an inclusive IC community by sharing knowledge, promoting best practices, and fostering a culture of belonging and excellence in data architecture. This position is ideal for experienced professionals who can navigate both functional and technical data landscapes and drive impactful outcomes with autonomy and expertise.

Responsibilities

You will contribute to the implementation and governance of the enterprise data architecture, ensuring alignment with business and technical strategies.

You will support the definition and maintenance of the enterprise data model, promoting consistency and interoperability across domains.

You will help establish and enforce data policies, integration patterns, and data contracts between domains and capabilities.

You will collaborate with domain architects, engineering leaders, and product teams to simplify and standardize data flows and interfaces.

You will support the full ML / AI lifecycle, from data acquisition and preparation to model deployment and monitoring.

You will contribute to architecture roadmaps, principles, and standards related to data.

You will participate in resolving complex data-related architectural decisions and challenges.

You will help improve the maturity of data architecture assets and practices across the organization.

You will help create an inclusive culture where all team members feel heard, valued, and empowered to contribute.

Key stakeholders

VP of Architecture

Engineering Directors & Managers

Product Directors & Managers

Domain Architects

Principal & Staff Engineers

Data Scientists & ML Engineers

Business stakeholders and colleagues across diverse teams and backgrounds

Key performance indicators

Delivery of data architecture milestones

Health and adoption of the enterprise data model

Quality and consistency of data contracts and integration patterns

Support for ML / AI lifecycle and data platform scalability

Engineering and data governance health

Delivery of OKRs

Contribution to an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Strong technical background in data architecture, data engineering, and data management

Proven experience in enterprise data modeling, data governance, and data integration

Familiarity with the ML / AI lifecycle and enabling data platforms for intelligent applications

Effective communication and synthesis skills to engage confidently with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Experience with solution architecture and cross‑domain data initiatives

Ability to influence and align technical solutions with business goals, while collaborating respectfully with diverse teams

Strong understanding of modern data platforms, cloud‑native data services, and data security practices

Commitment to building an inclusive, supportive environment where all voices and perspectives are welcomed

Additional Information

️ Software & Hardware

Mac or Dell laptop — your choice, so you can work the way you feel most productive

Windows or macOS system — whichever fits your style

2 monitors (24", 27", or 32") for an ergonomic, flexible setup

Adjustable desks for your comfort, health, and well‑being

Slack & Teams to keep communication open, smooth, and inclusive

Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence) to help everyone stay connected and organized

What we offer

Your life outside work matters too — and we believe your job should enrich it, not take it over. Here’s what you’ll find with us :

Premium medical and dental care for you and your loved ones

Life insurance for peace of mind

Flex Benefits – Worksmile Cafeteria System (Multisport, vouchers, tickets, etc.)

Employee Referral Program

Hackathons, Knowledge Sharing Hours, and in‑house projects where all voices are welcomed

Tech and sport communities open to everyone

Team get‑togethers and integration parties to build genuine connections

Charity initiatives & 2 extra volunteer days to support causes you care about

English / German classes to boost your confidence and skills

Game room and chill‑out zone to relax, recharge, and share time with colleagues

Our promise

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

Equal opportunities are at the heart of what we do — and diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our success as a global company.

We actively welcome applications from people of all gender identities, backgrounds, family situations, sexual orientations, disability statuses, ethnicities, beliefs, and ages. We know diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a place where everyone can thrive.

If you want to help shape the future of work — and believe in doing it together — we’d love to hear from you.

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