Enterprise Data Architect

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Jan 2010 – Jun 2015

Baker Hughes

Houston, Texas

As an Enterprise Data Architect, I played a pivotal role in defining and executing data architecture strategies that empowered Baker Hughes’ business intelligence and analytics capabilities. My leadership spanned multiple domains, including Master Data Management (MDM), Data Quality, Data Governance, Metadata Management, and Data Integration, ensuring that data became a strategic asset for the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Enterprise Data Strategy & Architecture:
    • Designed and implemented a scalable data architecture supporting both real-time and batch data processing to accommodate diverse business needs across global operations.
    • Defined enterprise-wide data modeling standards and best practices to ensure consistency, accuracy, and usability of data assets.
    • Championed Data Governance and Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives, establishing frameworks that improved data consistency across business units.
  • Business Intelligence & Data Integration:
    • Led the design and deployment of a centralized data integration platform, utilizing Informatica, SQL Server, Oracle, and SAP EIM to facilitate seamless data movement and transformation.
    • Oversaw an elite team of ETL, middleware, and reporting architects, driving the successful execution of large-scale BI and analytics projects.
    • Spearheaded the modernization of enterprise reporting with Hyperion HFM, Microsoft SQL Server, and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) to enhance financial and operational decision-making.
  • Leadership & Agile Transformation:
    • Advocated Agile methodologies (Scrum, Agile SDLC) to accelerate data solution delivery while maintaining high-quality standards.
    • Partnered with C-level executives, business stakeholders, and IT leadership to align data strategy with corporate goals, ensuring maximum business impact.
    • Provided thought leadership on emerging data technologies, including cloud data solutions, Big Data, and real-time analytics to future-proof the organization’s data infrastructure.

Key Achievements:

✅ Developed a Unified Data Architecture – Designed and implemented a robust, scalable data integration framework that supported real-time and batch processing, optimizing data flow across multiple business units.

✅ Drove Enterprise Data Governance & Quality Initiatives – Established and led Data Governance and MDM programs, significantly improving data accuracy, integrity, and compliance across the enterprise.

✅ Optimized BI & Analytics Ecosystem – Architected and deployed high-performance reporting and analytics solutions that enabled deeper insights into operational and financial performance.

✅ Led Cross-Functional Collaboration – Successfully worked across business, IT, and executive teams to align data strategies with corporate objectives, ensuring data-driven decision-making at scale.

Skills & Technologies:

  • Enterprise Data Architecture & Strategy
  • Data Warehousing & Business Intelligence (BI)
  • Data Governance & Master Data Management (MDM)
  • ETL, Data Integration & Middleware (Informatica, WebLogic, SAP EIM)
  • Agile & Scrum Leadership
  • SQL Server, Oracle, Hyperion HFM, SSAS
  • Metadata Management & Data Quality
  • Cloud & Big Data Technologies

This role positioned me as a strategic data leader, equipping Baker Hughes with the data-driven insights and infrastructure necessary to drive operational efficiency and competitive advantage.

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