MS Fabric Architect

Data Architect - Azure with MS Fabric

Location : Pune / Bangalore / Hyderabad

Experience : 12+ Years

Role Overview :

As a Data Architect specializing in Azure with MS Fabric, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing robust data solutions that leverage Microsoft Fabric for cloud-based data management and analytics. Your expertise will guide clients through the complexities of data architecture, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and optimizing data workflows. You will be responsible for leading projects from inception to completion, providing strategic insights and technical leadership throughout the process.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

Experience : 12+ years in Data and Analytics, with a minimum of 7-8 years focused on Azure and at least 2 implementations using Microsoft Fabric.

Data Architecture Expertise : Proven experience as a Data Architect, particularly in consulting and solution design, with a strong background in cloud data stacks.

Technical Proficiency : Extensive knowledge of data modeling, database design, ETL processes, and data governance principles.

MS Fabric : Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, including data integration, data pipelines, and analytics capabilities.

SQL Skills : Advanced SQL knowledge with experience in writing complex queries, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.

Programming Skills : Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Scala for building data pipelines.

Methodologies : Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and other project delivery methodologies.

Stakeholder Management : Strong experience in managing both internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Certifications : Relevant certifications in Azure and Microsoft Fabric will be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities :

Leadership & Strategy

Lead the design and implementation of end-to-end solutions using Microsoft Fabric.

Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to define data strategies.

Act as the primary point of contact for all Fabric-related projects and initiatives.

Provide mentorship and guidance to junior data engineers, BI developers, and analysts.

Architecture & Development

Design and manage Lakehouses, Data Warehouses, and Pipelines within Microsoft Fabric.

Build scalable data models and visualizations using Power BI (with Fabric Integration).

Develop and maintain Dataflows, Notebooks, Spark Jobs, and Synapse Pipelines.

Implement best practices in data governance, security, and compliance using Fabrics tools.

Project Execution

Lead cross-functional teams for successful project delivery.

Ensure alignment of architecture with business KPIs and OKRs.

Drive adoption of Fabric across business units.

Perform code reviews and architectural assessments.

Monitoring & Optimization

Monitor data pipeline performance, troubleshoot issues, and tune performance.

Ensure data quality, availability, and lineage using Microsoft Purview (or native Fabric tooling).

Maintain documentation of data models, architecture, and workflows.