Graymatter - Technical Data Architect - Azure Data Services

<p><p><b>Job Overview : </b><br/><br/></p><p>We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Architect with 12+ years of experience to oversee and guide the development of advanced data architectures, business intelligence solutions, and ETL workflows using Azure Data Bricks (ADB), Power BI, and related technologies.<br/><br/></p><p>This is a strategic role in which you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design robust, scalable, and efficient data systems that meet business Responsibilities : Design & Strategy : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Lead the design and architecture of data pipelines, ETL workflows, and BI solutions leveraging Azure Data Bricks (ADB) and Power BI.<br/><br/></p><p>- Develop high-level solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and cost-effectiveness.<br/><br/></p><p>- Create data models, schemas, and architecture blueprints for various business units.<br/><br/></p><p>- Guide and mentor teams in implementing best practices for data processing, transformation, and Solutions : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Design, develop, and optimize ETL workflows using Azure Data Bricks, Azure Data Factory, and other Azure services.<br/><br/></p><p>- Integrate data from multiple sources into a centralized data lake or warehouse for reporting and analytics.<br/><br/></p><p>- Ensure ETL processes are efficient, automated, and Intelligence & Reporting : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Lead the implementation of Power BI solutions for reporting, dashboards, and data visualization.<br/><br/></p><p>- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and deliver actionable insights through visual reports.<br/><br/></p><p>- Ensure that Power BI reports are optimized for performance, usability, and & Leadership : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Work closely with cross-functional teams (business analysts, data engineers, software engineers, and stakeholders) to gather requirements and deliver solutions.<br/><br/></p><p>- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members and foster a culture of continuous learning.<br/><br/></p><p>- Translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver scalable and reliable & Data Technologies : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Utilize Azure cloud services such as Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, Data Factory, ADLS, Blob Storage, and Azure Synapse to manage and orchestrate data workflows.<br/><br/></p><p>- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends in cloud computing, data architecture, and business Assurance & Best Practices : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Establish coding standards, data governance practices, and security protocols for all data-related processes.<br/><br/></p><p>- Conduct code reviews, and performance tuning, and ensure data integrity and accuracy.<br/><br/></p><p>- Design disaster recovery and backup strategies to ensure data availability and Qualifications : </b></p><p><br/></p>- 12+ years of experience as a Technical Architect, or similar role with a focus on Azure Data Bricks, Power BI, and ETL.<br/><br/></p><p>- Expertise in designing and implementing data architectures using Azure Data Bricks (ADB).<br/><br/></p><p>- Strong proficiency in Power BI for building scalable reports and dashboards.<br/><br/></p><p>- In-depth knowledge of ETL tools and processes, particularly with Azure Data Factory and other Azure-based ETL solutions.<br/><br/></p><p>- Proficiency in SQL and familiarity with data warehousing concepts (e.g., star schema, snowflake schema).<br/><br/></p><p>- Strong understanding of cloud computing and Azure services, including storage, compute, and security best practices.<br/><br/></p><p>- Experience with data lake architecture, data pipelines, and data governance.<br/><br/></p><p>- Ability to understand complex business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.<br/><br/></p><p>- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across business and technical teams.<br/><br/></p><p>- Leadership and mentoring experience, guiding junior team members to achieve project Qualifications : </b></p><p><br/></p>- Certification in Azure (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Data Engineer).<br/><br/></p><p>- Experience with other BI tools or visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, PowerApps).<br/><br/></p><p>- Knowledge of programming/scripting languages such as Python, Scala, or DAX.<br/><br/></p><p>- Familiarity with DevOps practices in data pipelines and CI/CD workflows.<br/><br/></p><p>- Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools like JIRA or Azure DevOps.</p><br/></p> (ref:hirist.tech)