▶ Who we are

With more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and 84,000 stores globally, it is no wonder 7-Eleven, Inc. has been named an iconic brand. In addition to 7-Eleven stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. also operates and franchises Speedway, Stripes, Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost locations.

Since inventing the convenience industry in 1927, 7-Eleven has built a rich 96-year history filled with beloved products like Slurpee, Big Gulp and Big Bite, and fan-favorite holidays like Slurpee Day and Bring Your Own Cup Day.

Now, 7-Eleven is on a mission to contemporize the brand and redefine convenience – and we need your help.

▶ About This Opportunity

As the Senior Enterprise Data Architect, you will play a critical leadership role in defining and implementing a modern, scalable, and business-aligned data architecture strategy for 7-Eleven. This role requires a highly experienced professional with a deep expertise in enterprise-level data management, governance, and integration, as well as a strong understanding of emerging data paradigms such as data mesh, medallion architecture, and federated analytics. You will collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to drive data initiatives that enable innovation, self-service analytics, and enterprise-wide data-driven decision-making.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.           Enterprise Data Architecture Strategy: Define and execute a forward-thinking enterprise data architecture strategy that aligns with business objectives and supports scalability, agility, and advanced analytics.

2.           Data Mesh Implementation: Design and implement a data mesh architecture to decentralize data ownership, ensuring domain-driven design and federated data governance.

3.           Medallion Architecture Execution: Establish and optimize a medallion architecture leveraging Databricks to facilitate efficient data processing, refining raw data into actionable insights.

4.           Federated Analytics Enablement: Architect federated data and analytics solutions that empower business units with autonomy while maintaining governance and security standards.

5.           Self-Service Analytics & Data Democratization: Enable enterprise-wide self-service analytics using platforms like AtScale and Dataiku, driving data accessibility while ensuring compliance and governance.

6.           Enterprise-Wide Data Governance: Lead the establishment of robust governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, privacy, and regulatory compliance.

7.           Advanced Data Integration & Interoperability: Design and oversee scalable data integration frameworks that enable seamless data exchange across diverse systems, applications, and platforms.

8.           Cloud & Big Data Technology Leadership: Leverage cloud platforms, Databricks, DBT, and big data technologies to drive innovation, optimize data workflows, and enhance analytical capabilities.

9.           Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with IT, business intelligence, data engineering, and analytics teams to align enterprise data initiatives with strategic goals.

10.        Security, Compliance, & Risk Management: Ensure data security best practices are implemented and maintained across the organization, in compliance with regulatory standards.

11.        Emerging Technology & Innovation: Stay ahead of industry trends, evaluating and implementing emerging data technologies to drive competitive advantage.

12.        Technology Evaluation & Vendor Management: Assess and recommend data management technologies and tools, ensuring alignment with business needs and long-term strategic vision.

13.        Leadership & Knowledge Sharing: Mentor and guide teams on data architecture best practices, fostering a data-driven culture across the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS:

•            Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

•            12+ years of experience as an Enterprise Data Architect or similar role in large, complex enterprise environments.

•            Deep expertise in data architecture, data mesh, medallion architecture, data governance, and federated analytics.

•            Proven experience implementing self-service analytics using tools such as AtScale and Dataiku.

•            Strong proficiency in Databricks, DBT, Power BI, and cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).

•            Expertise in data integration, ETL processes, big data technologies, and modern database architectures.

•            Experience driving enterprise-wide data democratization and self-service analytics initiatives.

•            Strong leadership, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

•            Relevant certifications (e.g., CDMP, TOGAF, Azure Data Architect) are a plus.

If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in the US for the position, please visit this link.