Data Architect

Key Responsibilities

• Define and govern end-to-end data architecture on Azure, including standards and patterns for ingestion, integration, transformation, and Medallion architecture
• Guide teams on ETL/ELT, streaming, integration approaches, and the design and development of Data Products
• Drive modernization of legacy solutions into modern data platform architectures, including transition from MSBI-based reporting (SSIS, SSAS) to Data Products
• Contribute to technology selection and evolution of the Azure data platform, ensuring alignment with security, compliance, and enterprise architecture standards
• Provide architectural oversight of supplier-managed SaaS/COTS applications, including onboarding, security and access model reviews, technical validation, and collaboration with suppliers
• Support upgrades, troubleshooting, and technical discussions across application, infrastructure, server, network, and integration topics when required
• Support external audits, including review of required processes, controls, and supplier SOC reports
• Support implementation of secure access patterns including Single Sign-On

Required Competencies

General

• Proven experience as a Senior Data Architect or in a similar senior architecture role

• Strong experience with cloud-based data platforms, preferably on Azure

• Experience working with external suppliers and within mixed delivery models

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Understanding of audit, compliance, and control-driven environments

Technical Skills

• Strong experience with Azure data platform services such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Event Hub, Azure Storage, and Azure Functions
• Strong knowledge of ETL/ELT, streaming, data integration patterns, Medallion architecture, and Data Product design
• Proficiency in Python, Spark, and SQL
• Strong understanding of Azure security, including Managed Identities, Service Principals, OAuth 2.0, Azure AD / Entra ID, Key Vault, and Single Sign-On
• Experience with SaaS/COTS solutions, including onboarding, security reviews, access rights, and audit/compliance topics such as SOC reports and financial controls