Lead Principal Architect (Snowflake)

Join us as a Lead Principal Architect in a pivotal role that combines hands-on delivery with high-level strategy. In this senior leadership position, you will ensure that our solutions are not just designed effectively but successfully implemented in our client environments.

In this role, you will be a trusted advisor, overseeing the entire solution lifecycle—from pre-sales to implementation—while delivering technical excellence and maximizing client value and business outcomes.

Client Leadership & Solution Strategy

Serve as a strategic advisor to clients, aligning technical solutions with their business goals. Lead the design of complex, enterprise-level solutions across various industries. Ensure solutions comply with enterprise architecture standards and technical strategies. Act as the main technical escalation point for your clients. Pre-Sales & Solution Development

Drive technical pre-sales initiatives including discovery, solution framing, and proposal development. Manage scoping, estimation, and cost modeling for large, complex opportunities. Review and validate proposals to ensure technical integrity and alignment with standards. Deliver engaging technical presentations tailored to different stakeholders. Delivery & Implementation Oversight

Own the transition from pre-sales to delivery to ensure successful execution. Provide leadership and oversight throughout the implementation process. Ensure that solutions are scalable, optimized, and deliver tangible client value. Drive the successful adoption and realization of solutions within client environments. Thought Leadership & Continuous Improvement

Develop and share best practices, frameworks, and reusable assets within your field. Serve as a domain expert in your assigned industries or solution areas. Keep up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and the competitive landscape. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance client outcomes and profitability. Collaboration & Mentorship

Collaborate with internal product, engineering, and delivery teams to influence product development. Mentor and support junior architects and team members. Encourage cross-functional alignment and promote best practices throughout the organization. Core Competencies

Expertise in designing and implementing enterprise-level solutions for complex systems. Strong understanding of identity resolution techniques. Hands-on experience with modern cloud data platforms such as Snowflake or Databricks. Knowledge of AI/ML concepts in data processing and analytics. Experience in designing real-time data architectures and Customer Data Platforms. Ability to convey technical value to non-technical stakeholders effectively. Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills. Qualifications (Required)

Over 10 years of combined experience in technical pre-sales and solution implementation. 10+ years of client-facing experience, including engagement at the executive level. 5+ years of experience in data-driven marketing environments. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Expertise with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Non-cloud to cloud migration strategies experience. Familiarity with Snowflake or similar data platforms. Experience in clean room technologies. Understanding of Customer Data Platforms. Knowledge of real-time data processing architectures. Experience with AI/ML-enabled analytics solutions. This position is home-based in Conway, Arkansas. Acxiom is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any status protected by law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

At Acxiom, we value our associates as the key to our success. We are looking for motivated individuals who embody our core values of collaboration, excellence, innovation, and a strong focus on outcomes. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the world of marketing and technology.