Remote Data Architect - remotely in VN

Description:

• The Data Architect role is a remote position based in Vietnam, working on a staffing project for Rackspace's client.
• The SRE will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing the infrastructure, tools, and environment for the Finance Data Repository (FDR).
• Daily collaboration with Architects and Engineers is expected.
• Responsibilities include configuring and maintaining Databricks clusters and workspaces.
• The role involves implementing and managing access controls and security policies to protect data.
• Providing technical support to Databricks engineers and other users, including troubleshooting and issue resolution, is required.
• The Data Architect will collaborate with data engineers to integrate Databricks with other data sources and distribution points.
• Implementing and enforcing security policies, access controls, and encryption mechanisms is part of the job.
• The position requires optimizing cluster configurations for performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitoring and managing auto-scaling to ensure efficient resource allocation is essential.
• The role includes monitoring cluster performance, resource utilization, and troubleshooting issues to ensure optimal performance.
• Configuration management and operations using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code) are required.
• Defining the DevSecOps strategy for the platform and application is part of the responsibilities.
• Evaluating the deployment of CI/CD pipelines and applying techniques to eliminate failed attempts and troubleshoot problems is necessary.
• Setting up a highly automated, easy-to-use DevSecOps pipeline for data workload to meet enterprise and industry standards is expected.

Requirements:

• A strong background in Databricks implementation is required, with experience architecting complex data systems in large-scale environments.
• Candidates must have experience in the successful delivery of complex data-related projects from end to end.
• Experience in Agile and DevSecOps delivery, as well as quality practices, techniques, and tools required for data platforms, is necessary.
• Familiarity with cloud-based technologies is required.
• Proficiency with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, GitHub, Bitbucket, and other similar tools is essential.

Benefits:

• Rackspace Technology is recognized as a best place to work, according to Fortune, Forbes, and Glassdoor.
• The company is committed to attracting and developing world-class talent.
• Rackspace embraces diversity and is committed to offering equal employment opportunities without regard to various legally protected characteristics.
• The company encourages applicants to disclose any disabilities or special needs that require accommodation.