Data Architect at Meta in Sunnyvale, California

Job Description:

Data Architect & Data Governance Expert to design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient data architectures supporting supply chain operations. This role involves data modeling, data pipeline development, data governance, and ensuring data quality and integrity across systems.This candidate will have expertise in data architecture principles, data governance frameworks, and supply chain analytics.Key role responsibilities - Data Governance: Establish data policies, standards, and quality frameworks.Data Architecture: Will Design and implement scalable data solutions for supply chain operations.Collaboration: Will work closely with engineering, analytics, and business stakeholders.Analytical Thinking: Will Analyze complex datasets and generate actionable insights.

Data Architect Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, efficient, and secure data architectures to support supply chain and manufacturing analytics.


• Develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models for databases, data warehouses, and data lakes.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Data Science, Engineering, and Business) to identify data requirements and design solutions.


• Ensure optimal schema design, query performance, and data integration across systems.


• Lead data governance initiatives, establishing policies, standards, and procedures for data management.


• Ensure data quality, integrity, and lineage across the entire data ecosystem.


• Implement data privacy and security controls, especially for PII (Personally Identifiable Information).


• Monitor data quality metrics, identifying and resolving data anomalies and inconsistencies.


• Lead and manage Issue management (for data quality issues) & design audit framework for pipelines and dashboards


• Manage and work with foundations team on centralized Asset center to maintain all Reality Labs assets such as KPIs, Metrics, Data definitions, dashboards etc


• Manage Asset Quality scoring based on the data quality & other metrics


• Collaborate with engineering, analytics, and business teams to deliver data-driven solutions.


• Design and implement data models and algorithms that align with business requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in data architecture, data modeling, and data governance.


• Experience with SQL, Python, and ETL/ELT pipelines.


• Experience with database management systems (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, NoSQL).


• Experience in data warehouse design, implementation, and usage (e.g., Hive)).


• Experience with data pipeline frameworks


• Experience with data privacy, security, and compliance standards (e.g., PII).


• Knowledge with enabling data pipelines for visualization tools (e.g., Tableau).


• Experience with supply chain and manufacturing data standards


• Proficient communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in data architecture or a related field (e.g., Certified Data Architect, Certified Analytics Professional).


• Experience with Agile methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git).


• Knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts.


• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI).


• Knowledge of statistical analysis and data mining techniques.

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.



Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.


$124,000/year to $176,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits


Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta. Apply Now