Data Solutions Architect

This is a remote position.

Summary of role:

Data Solutions Architect to work within a dynamic remote-first data architectural capability to deliver cloud-based data solutions using best-in-class RDBMS ETL/ELT and Cloud platforms for blue-chip customers across a range of sectors.

• Proven experience in data architecture with a recent role as a Lead Data Solutions Architect or a similar senior position in the field.
  
• Proven experience in leading architectural design and strategy for complex data solutions using Snowflake and then overseeing their delivery.
  
• Experience in consulting roles delivering custom data architecture solutions across various industries. Experience with Insurance is an added advantage.
  
• Strong expertise in designing architecting and overseeing delivery of end-to-end data solutions (warehousing pipelines analytics) using Snowflakes Cloud Data Platform
  
• Proficiency in conceptualising and applying Data Mesh and Data Fabric architectural patterns.
  
• Experience in developing data product strategies with a strong inclination towards a product-led approach in data solution architecture.
  
• Extensive familiarity with cloud data architecture on platforms such as Snowflake AWS Azure and GCP. Integration of Snowflake with other cloud services (AWS Azure GCP) and big data tools.
  
• Understanding of cloud platform infrastructure and its impact on data architecture.
  
• Deep hands-on experience with Snowflakes platform features and best practices with Strong understanding of data modelling principles and techniques
  
• A solid understanding of big data technologies such as Apache Spark and knowledge of Hadoop ecosystems.
  
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python R or Java is beneficial.
  
• Knowledge of ETL/ ELT processes (such as DBT) SQL NoSQL databases is added advantage.
  
• Experience with data visualisation tools and DevOps principles/tools is advantageous.
  
• Familiarity with machine learning and AI concepts particularly in how they integrate into data architectures.
  
• Proven background in designing modern scalable and robust data architectures.
  
• Comprehensive grasp of the data architecture lifecycle from concept to deployment and consumption.
  
• Strong knowledge of data management principles and best practices including data governance frameworks.
  
• Experience with data security and compliance regulations (GDPR CCPA HIPAA etc.).
  
• Exceptional leadership skills to manage and guide a team of architects and technical experts.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence architectural decisions with clients and guide best practices.
  
• Experience with agile methodologies (e.g. SAFe Scrum Kanban) in the context of architectural projects.
  
• Ability to manage project budgets timelines and resources maintaining focus on architectural deliverables.
  
  

Requirements

• Matric and a bachelors degree in business administration Information Systems or related field.
  
• SAFe or Scrum certified.