Principal Architect

Job Title: Principal Architect – Informatica MDM SaaS Location: Remote Company: LumenData Solutions India Pvt. Ltd. About LumenData: LumenData is a trusted leader in Master Data Management (MDM), helping organizations harness the full potential of their data. We deliver end-to-end data modernization solutions across Master Data Management (MDM), Cloud Data Integration (CDI), Cloud Data Quality (CDQ), Data Governance, and Analytics. As a long-standing Informatica Platinum Partner, we collaborate closely with clients to architect and implement scalable, cloud-native data management solutions leveraging Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC), Snowflake, and Databricks. Role Overview: We are seeking a Principal Architect – Informatica MDM SaaS to serve as the technical authority and solution leader for our global MDM and data modernization programs. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, driving solution architecture, presales, technical delivery governance, and team enablement across the Informatica cloud ecosystem. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of deep technical mastery, strategic vision, and enterprise data architecture experience to guide both internal teams and client stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Architecture & Solution Leadership Lead end-to-end solution architecture for Informatica MDM SaaS (Customer 360 Cloud) and related IDMC services (CDI, CDQ, CAI). Define enterprise-level MDM strategies, integration blueprints, and technical frameworks supporting large-scale EDM initiatives. Architect data mastering, governance, and stewardship solutions integrating MDM with cloud data lakes, warehouses, and CRM/ERP ecosystems (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Salesforce, SAP). Establish best practices and reusable frameworks for data modeling, match/merge, survivorship, workflow orchestration, and API integration. Evaluate and recommend technology stack enhancements to optimize scalability, performance, and interoperability. Pre-Sales, RFPs & Solution Consulting Partner with the sales and business development teams to support pre-sales engagements, RFP/RFI responses, and client solution workshops. Create high-level solution architectures, effort estimates, and technical proposals aligned with customer needs. Conduct product demos, proof-of-concepts (POCs), and solution presentations showcasing LumenData’s MDM and Cloud Data expertise. Contribute to client presentations and solution differentiation during bidding cycles. Technical Leadership Serve as the technical principal, mentoring architects, Leads, and senior engineers across MDM, CDI, and CAI domains. Lead architecture reviews, design validations, and ensure alignment with enterprise data standards. Drive continuous improvement through technical accelerators, reusable assets, and internal enablement programs. Collaborate with client architects and program managers to ensure smooth project execution, quality assurance, and proactive issue resolution. Innovation & Thought Leadership Stay ahead of industry trends in cloud data management, Informatica SaaS evolution, and AI/ML-enabled data mastering. Define reference architectures, best practice frameworks, and governance models for enterprise data management initiatives. Represent LumenData in client forums, partner discussions, and technical community events as a subject matter expert. Required Skills & Experience: 12–18 years of experience in Enterprise Data Management, with 8+ years in Informatica MDM (Multidomain / Customer 360 / SaaS) is a must. Proven expertise in designing and implementing enterprise-scale MDM and data governance solutions using Informatica IDMC components (MDM SaaS, CDI, CDQ, CAI). Strong hands-on understanding of XQuery, XSD, match/merge logic, survivorship rules, REST APIs, and hierarchy management. Experience integrating MDM with modern data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, Azure Synapse, AWS Redshift). Deep understanding of data governance frameworks, data stewardship, and metadata management. Track record of leading technical pre-sales, RFPs, and client workshops. Proven ability to mentor, architect, and lead distributed technical teams. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Preferred / Good to Have Experience in migrating from on-prem Informatica MDM to Informatica Cloud MDM SaaS. Exposure to Informatica Axon, EDC, or Cloud Data Marketplace. Informatica Certified Professional (Cloud/MDM Architect) or equivalent. Experience supporting data strategy or data platform modernization programs at enterprise scale. Why Join LumenData: Lead cutting-edge Informatica Cloud and MDM programs for global Fortune 500 clients. Be part of a recognized Informatica Platinum Partner with deep expertise in data modernization. Drive enterprise-level solutions, technical strategy, and innovation from India’s delivery hub. Enjoy a collaborative, learning-driven culture with hybrid flexibility and career growth opportunities.