Data Architect - Azure Cloud

We are seeking a highly experienced Azure Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of large-scale, enterprise-grade data platforms on the Azure cloud. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Azure's modern data ecosystem, including real-time streaming, big data processing, data lakes, and advanced analytics.

This is a key strategic role responsible for defining the architectural blueprint and driving the transformation of legacy data platforms into cloud-native, scalable, and high-performing solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design and implement enterprise-scale Azure Data Architectures, including Data Lake, Data Warehousing, Streaming Analytics, and Advanced Analytics Platforms.
• Lead architecture design sessions, develop proof-of-concepts, and define cloud data strategies aligned with business needs.
• Collaborate with data engineers, developers, and business stakeholders to translate functional requirements into technical architecture and design.
• Architect, implement, and optimize data integration and data flow pipelines using tools like Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse, and Azure Streaming Analytics.
• Lead the implementation of real-time and batch processing solutions using Azure Streaming Analytics, Databricks, and Cosmos DB.
• Ensure the Azure Data Platform is secure, scalable, and cost-optimized, leveraging best practices.
• Guide and mentor engineering teams on best practices related to Azure data stack, including architecture governance.
• Participate in performance tuning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of data platform components.
• Create and maintain documentation of system architecture, design patterns, data flows, and standards.

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