Principal Enterprise Architect
Strategy & PlanningPosted 7 Jul 2026
Posted 7 Jul 2026
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| Base salary | US$156,500 – US$215,500 / yr |
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No unique specialisation
Study levelMaster's or higher
The Principal Data Enterprise Architect is a senior strategic leader responsible for defining and executing the enterprise data strategy and architecture, guiding the transformation from fragmented, point-to-point integrations to a modern, domain-driven data product model. You will establish the target architecture, define data products and systems of record, and create a clear roadmap to migrate consumers from legacy data assets to trusted, governed data solutions. By driving alignment across business and technology teams, modernizing data integration patterns, and establishing governance and standards, you will reduce duplication, improve data quality, and enable scalable, high-value data capabilities that support digital, analytics, and AI outcomes.
The Principal Data Enterprise Architect is a senior strategic leader responsible for defining and driving the enterprise data architecture vision, strategy, and roadmap. You will lead the transformation from fragmented, point-to-point data integrations to a modern, scalable data product model that delivers trusted, governed, and reusable data aligned to business domains.
This architect will partner with business and technology leaders to establish clear data ownership, reduce duplication, improve data quality, and enable consistent, enterprise-wide data consumption to support digital, analytics, and AI initiatives.
This position falls within our Individual Contributor career pathway, and it will not manage any direct reports.
Key Responsibilities
Define Enterprise Data Strategy & Architecture
Establish and evangelize the enterprise data vision, principles, and target architecture aligned to business strategy
Design the transition from legacy point-to-point integrations to domain-aligned data products
Drive Data Product Operating Model
Partner with Data Governance Office to define standards for data products, including ownership, lifecycle, quality, and consumption models
Establish clear systems of record and authoritative data sources across domains
Develop and Execute Transformation Roadmap
Build a prioritized, multi-year roadmap to modernize data platforms and integrations
Sequence migration of consumers from legacy data assets to modern data products
Lead Enterprise Data Modernization
Drive adoption of scalable, event-driven, and real-time data patterns to reduce duplication and latency
Evaluate and guide selection of data platforms, tools, and integration technologies
Governance and Standards
Partner with Data Governance Office to establish enterprise data governance frameworks, standards, and metrics to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance
Partner with security, legal, and compliance teams to align with regulatory requirements
Stakeholder Alignment & Change Leadership
Align business and IT leaders on data ownership, priorities, and adoption strategies
Drive enterprise-wide adoption and migration to new data products through strong influence and communication
Mentorship & Leadership
Provide architectural leadership and mentoring across data, integration, and domain architecture teams
Promote best practices and build enterprise-wide data architecture capabilities
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience in enterprise or data architecture, with deep expertise in data architecture and strategy
Proven leadership in large-scale data transformation initiatives (data platforms, integrations, or migrations)
Strong experience with data integration patterns, including APIs, event-driven architectures, and cloud data platforms
Demonstrated ability to define enterprise roadmaps and execute across complex organizations
Expertise in data governance, data modeling, and systems of record
Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience implementing data product or domain-driven data architectures
Experience in healthcare or regulated industries
Familiarity with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF)
Experience working with modern data platforms (e.g., cloud data lakes, streaming technologies, API management platforms)
Additional Information
Reporting Structure: You will report to an Associate VP, Enterprise Architecture.
Work Style: This position's work style is remote from any of the locations listed below. You must reside in close proximity to one of these locations.
Market Location Options:
Louisville, KY
Dallas/Frisco, TX
Washington, DC (Arlington, VA)
Chicago, IL
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Tampa, FL
New York, NY
Boston, MA
Atlanta, GA
Nashville, TN
Charlotte, NC
Work at Home Requirements To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information. Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$156,600 - $215,400 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.