Enterprise Data Architecht at Weyerhaeuser

At Weyerhaeuser, our IT team is at the forefront of the timber industry’s digital transformation. We’re implementing state-of-the-art technology to uphold our competitive advantage. Our investments encompass a broad spectrum of technologies and tools, all designed to support our vision.  We’re implementing solutions that integrate and standardize data across the entire supply chain from seedlings to finished wood products and their distribution.  Our strategies involve advanced analytics, machine learning/artificial intelligence, and geospatial data-focused data lakes. We deploy solutions using DevOps methodologies, such as continuous integration/continuous deployment and Infrastructure as Code.

This position is an integral part of the centralized IT Enterprise Architecture Team at Weyerhaeuser that is closely aligned with all the data related initiatives across all lines of business such as Timberlands, Wood Products, Corporate Development (Land, Minerals, and Climate Solutions) and support organizations.  This includes advancing our Enterprise Data Management & Analytics strategy, expanding our Artificial Intelligence (AI) practices, and strengthening the technology innovation.  If you want to be part of a world-class technology team changing the world we live in – come grow with us!

Our industry and technology are constantly evolving; we are seeking a proactive collaborator to partner with our enterprise leaders, data owners and delivery teams to formulate data strategies and roadmaps that drive business outcomes and capabilities. The role requires influential leadership skills and the ability to work together with teams across the enterprise at all levels of the organization for alignment and solutioning.

The ideal candidate is passionate, thrives in a team environment, and is committed to lifelong learning. They will play a significant role in the continuous investment in our business sectors and aid in the advancement of enterprise architecture practices.  Their core values align with our company culture of safety, integrity, citizenship, sustainability, and inclusion.  Working in a place where all feel a sense of belonging and diverse ideas are embraced.  

Candidates should possess significant domain knowledge, the capacity to foster robust relationships with diverse stakeholders, and promote alignment with contemporary data and technology methodologies. Outstanding business insight, strategic thought process, knowledge of cross-functional integration, comprehension of the impact of infrastructure on applications, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

We provide a platform for innovation, influence, transformation, inspiration, and growth within our organization. If you are ready to be a crucial strategic component of our team, we invite you to apply and discover more about this exciting opportunity!

Responsibilities

• Formulate, communicate and uphold architectural strategies and standards in alignment with our business objectives.
• Facilitate discussions with stakeholders about the potential of technology and applicability to business strategies and objectives.
• Partner with senior leadership to determine and prioritize data-related architectural initiatives.
• Oversee data integration efforts to ensure smooth, secure data transfer across various systems and platforms.
• Pinpoint opportunities for automation and process optimization to minimize manual efforts.
• Engage with different business units and departments to comprehend their needs and provide architectural solutions accordingly.
• Cultivate a collaborative atmosphere, bridging the divide between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate on establishing data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and automate workflows.
• Partner with the Information Governance team to ensure data policies, standards, and best practices are seamlessly integrated within the enterprise’s architectural strategy.
• Collaborate with Legal team on data related regulatory requirements.
• Design data models, data flows, and data integration strategies to ensure data quality, security, and accessibility.
• Collaborate with data engineers to implement data management solutions.
• Collaborate with business analysts, data scientists and data engineers to develop AI-driven solutions that enhance decision-making processes.
• Ensure ethical and responsible use of AI technologies, adhering to relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Evaluate the organization’s current technology portfolio and recommend enhancements and upgrades.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and assess their potential benefits for the company.
• Provide strategic advisory counsel for project activities with delivery teams to guide integration efforts.
• Commit to growing functional and technical skills and discovering new ways to deliver business or technical solutions. Willing to mentor others.
• Leads and participates in project architecture reviews.  Provides guidance and participates in project alternative analysis and architecture development.

Qualifications

•  Experience as an Enterprise Architect, focusing on data, analytics, integrations, automations, and emerging technology.
• Over 5 years of experience in data architecture.
• Over 10 years of experience in relevant IT technology.
• Experience in leading teams either through formal reporting structure or informal like project management.
• Deep understanding of data governance principles, data modeling, data analysis, data integration strategies, and automation frameworks.
• Experience with integration patterns and platforms like Boomi and API management.
• Experience with multiple database technologies such as; relational, graph, object-oriented, or document databases.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to understand customer and partner business needs, lead requirement gathering and analysis, and design solutions that drive business outcomes.
• Ability to educate stakeholders on complex technology subjects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to influence, collaborate and manage group dynamics to drive consensus.
• Ability to promote a collaborative environment, encouraging input from others and respecting others’ opinions.

Preferred, not required: 

• Experience with a variety of coding languages; R, Python, SQL, etc.
• AI/ML Certifications
• Practical experience with Snowflake.
• Practical experience in Forestry Services or Wood Product manufacturing 

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, engineering, or related experience is required.

About Weyerhaeuser:  For more than a century, Weyerhaeuser has grown and harvested trees to make innovative forestry products that meet the needs of the world we live in.  We’re serious about safety, focused on performance and proud of what we do.  In every corner of our company, you’ll find talented people who care about each other, the communities where we operate, and the planet we all share.  When you join our team, you’ll earn competitive pay, a generous retirement plan contribution/match and comprehensive health benefits. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.  Come join us in our quest to effectively manage the most sustainable, versatile resource on earth – our forests. 

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $135,500-$203,300 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 25% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

This position is also eligible to receive between $32,000 in restrictive stock units on an annual basis, as part of our Long Term Incentive Plan.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.  We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution.  Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career. 

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.