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talent acquisition specialist | technical recruiter
for more than 20 years, our global network of passionate technologists and pioneering craftspeople has delivered cutting-edge technology and game-changing consulting to companies on the brink of ai-driven digital transformation. Since 2001, we have grown into a full-service digital consulting company with 5500+ professionals working on a worldwide ambition.
driven by the desire to make a difference, we keep innovating. Fueling the growth of our company with our knowledge worker culture. When teaming up with xebia, expect in-depth expertise based on an authentic, value-led, and high-quality way of working that inspires all we do.
about the role
we are looking for an experienced data architect to join our team at xebia and work closely with a customer new to data governance and data mesh. In this role, you will be responsible for translating business needs into a scalable, data mesh-driven architecture using azure, databricks, unity catalog, dbt, and other cutting-edge technologies. You will combine hands-on technical expertise with architectural leadership to design and implement robust data solutions. This role is ideal for an experienced data architect with a proven track record of designing enterprise-level data architectures, rather than a developer with side experience in architecture.
what you’ll do
data architecture and governance
* design and implement a data mesh-driven architecture that aligns with the customer’s business objectives and governance standards.
* define best practices for data governance, security, and compliance, ensuring alignment with industry standards.
* implement and oversee the use of unity catalog for effective data governance and access management.
* establish data lineage, cataloging, and metadata management frameworks for enterprise-wide data accessibility.
azure-based data solutions
* architect and optimize cloud-based data solutions using azure data factory, adls, cosmos db, azure sql, logic apps, and databricks.
* design scalable and secure data pipelines leveraging databricks and dbt for data transformations and analytics.
* lead efforts in performance tuning, cost optimization, and security enforcement across azure data services.
* provide hands-on guidance in setting up elt/etl pipelines and streamlining data ingestion processes.
strategic leadership and collaboration
* partner with stakeholders to assess business requirements and translate them into technical data solutions.
* guide cross-functional teams, including data engineers and business analysts, in adopting data mesh principles.
* advocate for modern data architecture practices, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
* engage with leadership to drive enterprise-wide data strategy and roadmap execution.
what you bring
* 10+ years of experience in data architecture, with a strong focus on designing enterprise-level data platforms.
* 4+ years of hands-on experience with azure data services, including azure data factory, adls, cosmos db, azure sql, logic apps, and strong expertise in databricks.
* proven experience implementing data mesh principles and data governance frameworks in cloud environments.
* deep understanding of unity catalog, dbt, and scalable elt/etl architectures.
* strong hands-on skills with databricks for data processing, optimization, and analytics.
* experience in designing and implementing high-performance, cost-efficient, and secure data architectures.
* strong stakeholder management and the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
* fluent in english with excellent communication and presentation skills.
nice to have
* experience in retail or ecommerce domains.
* understanding or experience with azure ml services and advanced analytics.
* familiarity with ai-driven decision-making frameworks.
* exposure to emerging data architecture trends and innovations.
seniority level
mid-senior level
employment type
full-time
job function
engineering and information technology
industries
it services and it consulting
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