Senior Data Architect

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? As a   Senior Data Architect   on Generac’s   Industrial Cloud team , you will play a critical role in designing and evolving cloud-scale data platforms that power our industrial IoT solutions. This role sits at the intersection of architecture, data engineering, and platform strategy—owning the design of   highly available , high‑volume data systems that ingest and serve telematics data from industrial energy assets in the field.   At Generac, we are committed to building sustainable, cleaner energy technology at   scale .   You’ll   join a collaborative, high‑impact team working on cloud-hosted services that   monitor   and   optimize   large‑scale generators, battery storage, and microgrid systems—software that is used, valued, and makes a real difference.     Responsibilities:   • Define and own the architecture for cloud-based data solutions, ensuring scalability, reliability, and high availability   • Lead data architecture discussions and collaborate closely with engineering, product, ML, and cross‑functional stakeholders   • Design, build, and   maintain   production datastores supporting high‑speed, high‑volume industrial IoT and telematics data   • Translate business and product requirements into conceptual, logical, and physical data models   • Drive best practices for data reliability, performance tuning, partitioning, indexing, and data quality   • Analyze how customers and systems use data,   identify   inefficiencies, and propose architectural improvements   • Coach and mentor engineers on data architecture best practices through design reviews, code reviews, and technical guidance   • Clearly explain complex technical solutions to both technical and non‑technical audiences, including leadership     Minimum Qualifications:   • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science , Engineering, or equivalent practical experience   • 8+ years of experience working across the data tier, from design through development and production support   • 5+ years of experience in a   data architect   role with strong grounding in enterprise data architecture concepts   • Proven experience leading data architecture in   production cloud environments   (Azure preferred)     Preferred Qualifications:   • Experience working with   high‑speed, high‑volume telematics or time‑series data   • Familiarity with   Infrastructure as Code , preferably   Terraform   • Programming or scripting experience in   Python, PowerShell, and/or T‑SQL   • Experience supporting or enabling   AI/ML projects   • Knowledge of   data governance, data privacy, and compliance   (e.g., GDPR)   • Enterprise‑level   expertise   with   Microsoft SQL Server   or similar relational databases   • Hands‑on experience with at least one   NoSQL database   (e.g., key‑value, document, graph, or column store)   • Strong experience with   data warehouse, data lake, and   lakehouse   design patterns   • Experience designing and   maintaining   data pipelines   • Deep knowledge of data modeling (conceptual, logical, physical)   • Strong understanding of performance tuning, indexing, and partitioning strategies   • Passion for modern data architecture, microservices, and cloud-native data platforms   • A naturally curious, growth‑oriented mindset with a desire to mentor and elevate others   • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams     Great Reasons to work for Generac   • Competitive Benefits : Health, Dental, Vision,   401k   and many more   • Make a positive impact.   Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to   participate   in   charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.   • Build technology that matters:   Be part of Generac’s transformation into an energy technology leader—designing cloud and data platforms that support cleaner, more sustainable power solutions at scale, including generators, battery storage (BESS), and microgrid systems.   • Own meaningful architecture at scale:   This role   isn’t   maintenance-only— you’ll   lead re‑architecture efforts for high‑volume, industrial IoT and telematics data systems, shaping the future of Generac’s Industrial Cloud and Generac Link platforms.   • Work with strong engineering talent in a collaborative culture:   Join a team known for deep technical   expertise , thoughtful design discussions, and a startup‑like mindset within a large, stable organization—where autonomy, curiosity, and collaboration are truly valued.   • Grow your impact and influence:   As the senior data architecture leader,   you’ll   mentor engineers, influence platform strategy, and expand your reach across product, ML, and engineering teams while helping define how data powers Generac’s next generation of services.   Pay Transparency:    Generac is committed to fair and   equitable   compensation practices .    The salary range for this role is $ 100,300-160,500   USD .    This compensation will   ultimately be   in line with the location in which the position is filled .    Final compensation for this role will be   determined   by   various factors   such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills,   certifications   and geographic location .    This role is eligible for variable   compensation   including short-term and long-term incentives.      This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts,   accrued   paid time off, 8 paid Holidays , 2 floating holidays   and 401(k) retirement benefits.     Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls.  The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders.  The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.  ( #LI-BB1 “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”