Senior Data Architect (Azure Data Platform)

We are a leader in technology services for companies in regulated industries with over 24 years of experience. Our focus includes life sciences, QA, validation, cloud systems, human capital management (HCM), and Salesforce. We have completed hundreds of projects for clients worldwide, including Oriflame, Sanofi, and Coca-Cola.

• Proven experience as a Senior Data Architect or similar senior architecture role.
• Solid experience with cloud data platforms, ideally Azure.
• Experience with Azure services: Data Factory, Databricks, Event Hubs, Storage, Functions.
• Deep knowledge of ETL/ELT, streaming, data modeling, Medallion architecture, and Data Product design.
• Strong proficiency in Python, Spark, and SQL.
• Solid understanding of Azure security, including Managed Identities, Service Principals, OAuth 2.0, Entra ID, Key Vault, and SSO.
• Experience with SaaS/COTS onboarding, security reviews, access management, and compliance (SOC reports, financial controls).
• Experience working with external vendors and mixed delivery teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good understanding of audits, compliance, and controlled environments.

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of Power BI, API Gateways, enterprise data models.

• Shape and oversee data architecture on Azure, including ingestion, integration, transformation, and Medallion architecture.
• Mentor teams on ETL/ELT, streaming data, integration strategies, and Data Product design.
• Lead migration from legacy systems (SSIS, SSAS) to modern data platform environments.
• Help select new technologies and advance the Azure data platform aligning with security, compliance, and enterprise architecture.
• Oversee architecture of third-party SaaS/COTS applications covering onboarding, security reviews, technical validation, and vendor cooperation.
• Assist with upgrades, troubleshooting, and technical alignment across applications, infrastructure, servers, networks, and integration points.
• Facilitate external audits by reviewing processes, internal controls, and vendor SOC reports.
• Enable deployment of secure authentication models, including Single Sign-On.