Remote Data Architect (Data & AI)

Description:

• Concurrency is seeking a full stack Data Architect to enhance their Data & AI team.
• The role involves designing data-intensive applications in Azure that align with customer business goals.
• The Data Architect will help set the internal technical direction for the Data & AI group.
• Responsibilities include identifying customer needs and building tailored data engineering solutions.
• The candidate will lead the design, strategic direction, and implementation of data architectures on customer projects.
• The role requires communicating complex ideas simply to diverse audiences and navigating ambiguity between current and future states.
• The Data Architect will advise Concurrency leadership on technical directions to expand Data & AI market share.
• Mentoring team members and promoting high standards in data engineering and system design is essential.
• The candidate will publish thought leadership content to attract and educate target customers through various platforms.
• Leading requirements gathering workshops with both technical and non-technical customers is part of the job.
• The Data Architect will confidently lead any stage of the data software development lifecycle and challenge the status quo to propose improvements.
• Embracing challenges and demonstrating resilience in the face of failure is expected.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python 3.8+, SQL, and PySpark is required.
• Experience with Azure services including Data Management Landing Zones, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure SQL DB, and Azure Cosmos DB is necessary.
• The candidate should apply Domain-Driven Design for optimal Azure architecture topologies.
• Crafting enterprise data strategies that balance trade-offs, organizational structure, tech maturity, and strategic objectives is essential.
• Familiarity with CI/CD in Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and automation (Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps) is required.
• Experience in designing scalable data warehouses and managing complex data pipelines is necessary.
• Knowledge of implementing data contracts, MDM, data catalog, lineage, and metadata management is required.
• Understanding of security measures including IAM, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Key Vault, Encryption, and Data Loss Prevention is essential.
• Proficiency with tools such as GitHub, PowerShell, Azure CLI, and ARM templates is required.

Benefits:

• Concurrency offers a close-knit team culture where individual ideas and efforts are valued.
• Employees have the opportunity to significantly influence the technical direction of the company.
• The role provides the chance to work on groundbreaking projects for enterprise clients new to modern Data & AI.
• The company promotes a flexible work schedule and competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits are provided for employees and their families.
• All team members have access to recognition programs and comprehensive training opportunities for professional and personal growth.