Data Architect #6632

Client Description

The client is a global organization in the tourism industry, offering river, ocean, and expedition cruises for passengers worldwide and operating a large fleet of vessels.

The company is currently undergoing an extensive cloud data modernization and unification program. We support them across data architecture, BI, migration, and data platform development.

A key focus area is the migration to Databricks Unity Catalog, including:

• Migrating all data layers (landing, raw, prepared, reporting, services) from Hive Metastore to Unity Catalog
• Migrating DLT (Delta Live Tables) and Python/SQL jobs into Databricks
• Migrating pipelines in Azure Synapse/ADF
• Rebuilding and adapting metadata frameworks
• Standardizing access, lineage, governance, and overall Lakehouse structure

The client has very high technical expectations and is looking for top-level specialists capable of leading complex architectural initiatives.

Technical Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Azure (data infrastructure, networking, authorization, cloud design)
• Experience with Azure Synapse (especially Synapse Serverless and pipelines)
• Strong expertise in Databricks (DLT, workflows, workspace administration)
• Ability to design Data Lakehouse architectures (Medallion Architecture, Metadata-Driven ETL)
• Very good knowledge of Python and code optimization
• Strong SQL skills, including query optimization and SQL Server experience
• Experience with Apache Spark (data processing workflows)
• Experience building ETL/ELT processes and data warehouses
• Experience with CI/CD processes (Azure DevOps, Git, branching strategies)
• Experience implementing logging, monitoring, and optimization of data processes
• Familiarity with Power BI and analytics workflows
• Strong communication skills and documentation ability
• Experience as a Lead Engineer (technical leadership, decision-making, stakeholder collaboration)

Scope of Responsibilities

• Design and develop data architecture in Azure and Databricks environments
• Participate in the Unity Catalog transformation (infrastructure, pipelines, frameworks, standards)
• Migrate and modernize ETL/ELT processes (DLT, Python/SQL jobs, Synapse/ADF pipelines)
• Design and implement Data Lakehouse solutions using Medallion architecture
• Optimize data processing workflows (Python, SQL, Spark)
• Build CI/CD processes and automation in Azure DevOps
• Implement standards for logging, monitoring, and data quality
• Lead the project from a technical perspective (Lead Engineer role)
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders
• Document solutions and mentor team members