Azure Architect (Databricks Platform & Data Engineering)

Platform Architecture & Design

• Architect and implement Azure-based data solutions using Databricks Data Factory Synapse Analytics and Data Lake services.

• Design build and optimize a Medallion architecture (Bronze Silver Gold) supporting both HR and enterprise data domains.

• Develop data pipelines APIs and orchestration frameworks that enable seamless data ingestion transformation and delivery.

• Establish and maintain data governance metadata and lineage frameworks using Databricks Unity Catalog and Azure Purview.

Implementation & Engineering

• Build and maintain ETL/ELT frameworks data APIs and real-time workflows connecting diverse HR and enterprise systems.

• Leverage AI and ML capabilities within Databricks including MLflow feature stores and the Agent Framework (Agent Bricks) to build intelligent data agents for automation monitoring and analytics enrichment.

• Design and implement AI agent pipelines that can reason over HR data models automate transformations and enhance analytical outcomes.

• Apply best practices for performance optimization scalability and cost efficiency within the Azure ecosystem.

• Integrate CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code approaches (Terraform Bicep or Azure DevOps).

Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as the technical authority for Azure and Databricks architecture within HR Technology.

• Partner with HR Analytics and Infrastructure leaders to define and execute the data and AI modernization roadmap.

• Establish standards patterns and reusable frameworks for data engineering AI agents and automation.

• Mentor engineers and champion a culture of innovation experimentation and delivery excellence.

• Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Information Systems or related field.

• Experience: Minimum 12 years of hands-on experience architecting and delivering large-scale data platforms using Azure and Databricks.

• Proven success in deploying Medallion architectures governed data pipelines and AI-driven data workflows.

• Expertise in:

  • Azure Data Lake Data Factory and Synapse Analytics

  • Databricks (Delta Lake Unity Catalog Spark optimization)

  • Python SQL PySpark and API development (REST GraphQL)

  • Infrastructure as code (Terraform Bicep) and DevOps automation

  • AI/ML frameworks within Databricks including Agent Bricks and MLflow

• Strong grounding in data governance security and compliance best practices.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to translate complex architecture into business outcomes.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Azure Purview Power BI and data cataloging tools.

• Experience implementing Databricks Unity Catalog Delta Live Tables and AI agent orchestration within enterprise contexts.

• Familiarity with HR data models and effective design for analytics and workforce intelligence.

• Understanding of LLM integration and AI agent frameworks for data enrichment and automation.

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits tailored to your location ensuring your financial security health and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements advanced technology and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues who inspire support and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey followed by access to our platform LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities Asian Support Network Black Leadership Network Climate Action Network Hola! MSCI Pride & Allies Women in Tech and Womens Leadership Forum.

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