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Solution Architect – Data Migration & Analytics (Insurance)
Role Summary
We are hiring a Solution Architect to lead a strategic data modernization program involving migration from 14+ source systems (including Guidewire InsuranceNow) into a Snowflake-based Data Warehouse leveraging dbt. The role also includes driving a report rationalization initiative, consolidating legacy reports into a streamlined Power BI analytics layer.
This is a high-impact role requiring strong expertise in data architecture, large-scale migration, and insurance domain transformation.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Design
Define end-to-end data architecture for ingesting structured and unstructured data into Snowflake.
Architect layered DWH (Raw/Bronze, Curated/Silver, Consumption/Gold) using dbt-based ELT frameworks.
Establish scalable, secure, and performance-optimized data models.
Data Migration Leadership
Design migration strategy for 14+ systems including InsuranceNow.
Define data mapping, transformation logic, and reconciliation frameworks.
Implement data quality controls, auditability, and parallel validation mechanisms.
Analytics & Reporting Modernization
Lead report rationalization and consolidation initiative.
Design Power BI semantic layer and standardize KPIs.
Eliminate redundant reports and enable unified, business-friendly dashboards.
Governance & Quality
Establish data governance, lineage, and metadata standards.
Ensure compliance with insurance regulatory and audit requirements.
Define quality KPIs and monitoring frameworks.
Stakeholder Leadership
Act as technical SME and advisor for business, data, and leadership teams.
Drive architecture governance, design reviews, and delivery alignment.
Identify and mitigate risks in a complex multi-source migration program.
Required Experience
10+ years in data engineering / data architecture, with enterprise-scale programs
Proven expertise in: Snowflake & dbt
Multi-source data migration (10+ systems)
Data modeling (dimensional / data vault)
Hands-on experience in Power BI and report consolidation
Strong understanding of structured + unstructured data integration
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure / AWS / GCP)
Knowledge of Cortex AI is a plus
Domain Expertise
Insurance domain experience (P&C preferred)
Understanding of policy, claims, billing, and customer data models
Ideal Candidate Profile
A hands-on architect and strategic thinker who can balance technical depth with business alignment, and has delivered large-scale data transformation programs in the insurance domain.
At Zensar, we’re “experience-led everything”. We are committed to conceptualizing, designing, engineering, marketing, and managing digital solutions and experiences for over 130 leading enterprises. We are a company driven by a bold purpose: Together, we shape experiences for better futures. Whether for our clients, our people, or the world around us, this belief powers everything we do. At the heart of our culture is ONE with Client - a set of four core values that reflect who we are and how we work: One Zensar, Nurturing, Empowering, and Client Focus.
Part of the $4.8 billion RPG Group, we’re a community of 10,000+ innovators across 30+ global locations, including Milpitas, Seattle, Princeton, Cape Town, London, Zurich, Singapore, and Mexico City. Explore Life at Zensar and join us to Grow. Own. Achieve. Learn. to be the best version of yourself.
We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.
Role Summary
We are hiring a Solution Architect to lead a strategic data modernization program involving migration from 14+ source systems (including Guidewire InsuranceNow) into a Snowflake-based Data Warehouse leveraging dbt. The role also includes driving a report rationalization initiative, consolidating legacy reports into a streamlined Power BI analytics layer.
This is a high-impact role requiring strong expertise in data architecture, large-scale migration, and insurance domain transformation.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Design
Define end-to-end data architecture for ingesting structured and unstructured data into Snowflake.
Architect layered DWH (Raw/Bronze, Curated/Silver, Consumption/Gold) using dbt-based ELT frameworks.
Establish scalable, secure, and performance-optimized data models.
Data Migration Leadership
Design migration strategy for 14+ systems including InsuranceNow.
Define data mapping, transformation logic, and reconciliation frameworks.
Implement data quality controls, auditability, and parallel validation mechanisms.
Analytics & Reporting Modernization
Lead report rationalization and consolidation initiative.
Design Power BI semantic layer and standardize KPIs.
Eliminate redundant reports and enable unified, business-friendly dashboards.
Governance & Quality
Establish data governance, lineage, and metadata standards.
Ensure compliance with insurance regulatory and audit requirements.
Define quality KPIs and monitoring frameworks.
Stakeholder Leadership
Act as technical SME and advisor for business, data, and leadership teams.
Drive architecture governance, design reviews, and delivery alignment.
Identify and mitigate risks in a complex multi-source migration program.
Required Experience
10+ years in data engineering / data architecture, with enterprise-scale programs
Proven expertise in: Snowflake & dbt
Multi-source data migration (10+ systems)
Data modeling (dimensional / data vault)
Hands-on experience in Power BI and report consolidation
Strong understanding of structured + unstructured data integration
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure / AWS / GCP)
Knowledge of Cortex AI is a plus
Domain Expertise
Insurance domain experience (P&C preferred)
Understanding of policy, claims, billing, and customer data models
Ideal Candidate Profile
A hands-on architect and strategic thinker who can balance technical depth with business alignment, and has delivered large-scale data transformation programs in the insurance domain.
At Zensar, we’re “experience-led everything”. We are committed to conceptualizing, designing, engineering, marketing, and managing digital solutions and experiences for over 130 leading enterprises. We are a company driven by a bold purpose: Together, we shape experiences for better futures. Whether for our clients, our people, or the world around us, this belief powers everything we do. At the heart of our culture is ONE with Client - a set of four core values that reflect who we are and how we work: One Zensar, Nurturing, Empowering, and Client Focus.
Part of the $4.8 billion RPG Group, we’re a community of 10,000+ innovators across 30+ global locations, including Milpitas, Seattle, Princeton, Cape Town, London, Zurich, Singapore, and Mexico City. Explore Life at Zensar and join us to Grow. Own. Achieve. Learn. to be the best version of yourself.
We believe the best work happens when individuality is celebrated, growth is encouraged, and well-being is prioritized. We are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, or protected veteran status.