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The ideal candidate will have a proven track record designing and implementing successful data and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) solutions, is a strategic thinker with a strong technical background, has exceptional communication, problem-solving skills, with a mindset of continuous learning and curiosity leading to tangible results. This individual will be part of the Data Technology group within the Digital Engineering Solutions team, helping to drive strategic Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) initiatives using cutting-edge data technologies and analytics to deliver actionable business insights and robust solutions for AEC professionals and client outcomes.

42372BR Requisition ID: 42372BR Business Unit: COR Job Description: CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Data and AI Architect to join our Digital Engineering Solutions team. This individual will be part of the Data Technology group within the Digital Engineering Solutions team, helping to drive strategic Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) initiatives using cutting-edge data technologies and analytics to deliver actionable business insights and robust solutions for AEC professionals and client outcomes. The Data Technology group will lead the firm in AEC-focused Business Intelligence and data services by providing architectural guidance, technological vision, and solution development. The Data Technology group will specifically utilize advanced analytics, data science, and AI/ML to give our business and our products a competitive advantage. It includes understanding and managing the data, how it interconnects, and architecting & engineering data for self-serve BI and BA opportunities. This position is for a person who has demonstrated excellence in data architecture capabilities, experienced with data technology and processes, and enjoys framing a problem, shaping and creating solutions, and helping to lead and champion implementation. As a member of the Digital Engineering Solutions team, the Data Technology group will also engage in research and development and provide guidance and oversight to the AEC practices at CDM Smith, engaging in new product research, testing, and the incubation of data technology-related ideas that arise from around the company. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record designing and implementing successful data and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) solutions, is a strategic thinker with a strong technical background, has exceptional communication, problem-solving skills, with a mindset of continuous learning and curiosity leading to tangible results. Under the direction of the Data Technology Leader, the duties and responsibilities for this position include: • Develop and design the architecture for various data and AI solutions, ensuring each solution is scalable, secure, and reliable. • Engage with our business units to understand their requirements and translate them into technical requirements and designs. • Create data and AI architectural solutions to complex architecture, engineering, and environmental science problems. • Design and implement strategies to scale data and AI solutions across different business units. • Create detailed architecture and technical design docs for our data and AI solutions. • Assist with initiatives and efforts, as part of a collaborative team, with your data scientists, data engineers, data analysts, and stakeholders. • Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team across a global practice. • Stay abreast of the latest developments and advancements, including new and emerging technologies & best practices and new tools & software applications and how they could impact CDM Smith. • Assist with the development of documentation, standards, best practices, and workflows for data technology hardware/software in use across the business. • Present to external audiences as needed. • Assist with marketing, communications, and business development descriptions and activities as needed. • Assist with internal and external website descriptions as needed. • Perform other duties as required. #LI-LP1 #LI-REMOTE Job Title: Lead Data & AI Architect Group: COR Employment Type: Regular Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree. • 8 years of related experience. • Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Why CDM Smith?: Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith) Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Amount of Travel Required: 0% Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position Skills and Abilities: • Advanced understanding and experience with all functions of the data management lifecycle including data governance, data architecture, data integration, metadata management, data development, data quality management, data administration, security & operations, data stewardship and master data management. • Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and Databricks. • Understands the principles of the Azure well-architected framework and can apply those principles to our Data and AI solution. • Expert knowledge and proven ability to develop highly complex data and AI architectures. Inquisitive, with a desire to ask questions and get a deeper understanding of business and data challenges. • Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate well with people from both technical and non-technical backgrounds. Ability to listen, build rapport, and credibility as a strategic and diplomatic partner with our business units. • Innovative and able to apply critical thinking skills to generate new solutions/ideas that create value and improve processes. • Detail oriented with the ability to assist with executing highly complex or specialized projects. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Pay Range Minimum: $121,368 Pay Range Maximum: $212,368 Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Work Location Options: Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate. Additional Pay Range Information: The pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training and key skills. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Data Architecture & Modernization: Design and implement scalable, enterprise data architectures supporting military medical logistics programs including the designing of data models and repositories to replace legacy Excel workflows and integrate disparate data sources including DML-ES, JMAR/LogiCole, BCS, and MIP. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the technical liaison between government stakeholders and delivery teams by leading technical discussions, validating requirements, presenting solutions, and ensuring alignment on scope, risks, and solution feasibility throughout the project lifecycle.

General Information <ul><li>Job Code: CIT-DB-05M </li><li>Location: Client/Fort Detrick, MD</li><li>Employee Type: Exempt, Full-Time Regular </li><li>Telework: None/Client Site </li><li>Citizenship: Required by Contract</li><li>Clearance: Public Trust </li><li>Salary Range: $141,802 - $160,000</li></ul>Position Overview Are you passionate about designing data systems that strengthen mission readiness, operational visibility, and decision-making across complex federal health logistics environments?Ripple Effect is seeking an experienced Defense Medical Data Architect to support the Defense Health Agency (DHA) Medical Logistics (MEDLOG) Directorate. This senior technical role serves as a key architect and technical lead for designing, modernizing, and sustaining enterprise data architectures, analytics platforms, and AI-enabled solutions supporting military medical logistics. The architect will lead data modernization efforts, oversee advanced analytics and application development, ensure compliance with DoD and DHA standards, and serve as a trusted liaison between government stakeholders and delivery teams, combining architectural leadership with hands-on delivery and transition support.Responsibilities<ul><li>Data Architecture & Modernization: Design and implement scalable, enterprise data architectures supporting military medical logistics programs including the designing of data models and repositories to replace legacy Excel workflows and integrate disparate data sources including DML-ES, JMAR/LogiCole, BCS, and MIP</li><li>Technical Execution & Solution Delivery: Lead development and sustainment of analytics platforms, operational tools, dashboards, and process automation solutions. Resolve production issues, optimize data pipelines, improve dashboard performance/refresh cycles, and standardize workflows to ensure stability, scalability and usability of analytical assets. </li><li>Application Development & Process Automation: Design and sustain mission-critical applications and automation capabilities while delivering business friendly reporting tools, system-generated documents and visual mapping solutions.</li><li>Analytics & Decision Support: Lead the development of descriptive, predictive, and strategic analytics solutions to support logistics planning, inventory management, and financial forecasting.</li><li>AI Capability Design & Integration: Design secure, compliant and scalable architectures for AI‑enabled MEDLOG missions while ensuring alignment with DoD and DHA AI governance requirements. </li><li>Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the technical liaison between government stakeholders and delivery teams by leading technical discussions, validating requirements, presenting solutions, and ensuring alignment on scope, risks, and solution feasibility throughout the project lifecycle.</li><li>Training & Knowledge Transfer: Develop and execute training programs to improve MEDLOG data literacy by creating training materials, supporting hands‑on learning and mentorship, and maintaining documentation to ensure long‑term sustainability.</li><li>Quality, Compliance & Transition: Ensure deliverables meet quality, security, and contractual requirements by overseeing documentation, access controls, and data governance, and by planning and executing transition and handoff to government personnel.</li></ul>RequirementsMinimum Education & Experience<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Logistics, Information Systems, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred </li><li>Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, analytics, or software development</li><li>At least three (3) years of experience leading technical projects or teams with demonstrated experience delivering analytics products and dashboards for federal agencies. </li><li>Minimum of four (4) years supporting military medical logistics or federal health data environments </li></ul>Basic Requirements<ul><li>Demonstrated expertise in DML‑ES, JMAR/LogiCole, and DMLSS systems, including data schemas, logistics workflows, and Class VIII procurement, usage, and inventory data.</li><li>Experience designing enterprise data architectures, data models, and integrated repositories across multiple systems.</li><li>Proficiency in Tableau Prep, Tableau Desktop, and Microsoft Power BI, with experience developing and sustaining dashboards and analytics products.</li><li>Proficiency in Python, SQL, database design, and data integration supporting analytics, automation, and operational tools.</li><li>Experience delivering and sustaining analytics platforms, dashboards, and operational reporting solutions in complex environments.</li><li>Strong project management, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.</li><li>Intermediate experience with office productivity software such as Office 365 including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. </li></ul>Skills That Set You Apart<ul><li>Active Secret clearance.</li><li>Experience modernizing legacy Excel‑based workflows into scalable enterprise data solutions supporting logistics, supply chain, readiness, or financial reporting.</li><li>Experience designing AI‑enabled analytics and decision‑support systems in compliance with DoD standards, including hands‑on use of generative AI platforms and enterprise AI tools.</li><li>Knowledge of data security, access controls, and governance within federal or DoD environments.</li><li>Ability to mentor technical staff and government personnel on analytics best practices and data literacy.</li></ul>BenefitsRipple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from <a class="external" href="http://rippleeffect.com/Ripple_Effect_Total_Rewards_Package.pdf" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">competitive pay and exceptional benefits</a> to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences. Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at HR@rippleeffect.com or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using <a class="external" href="https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">E-verify</a>.

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Defense Medical Data Architect (LogiCole)

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