Azure Data Architect/W2 Only

Job Title: Azure Data Architect

Location: 100% Remote (CST Hours)

Duration: 6-12 months probability for extensions

Must have

Azure Data Architect to lead the modernization of a MySQL-based application by designing a future-state architecture that leverages Azure services.

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture and database design.
• Deep hands-on experience with MySQL, including schema optimization and performance tuning.
• Design data components using Azure-native services such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Blob Storage, and Purview.
• 3+ years of experience designing or refactoring applications using Azure data components.
• Demonstrated success in migrating large-scale datasets from legacy or on-prem systems to Azure.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to lead the modernization of a MySQL-based application by designing a future-state architecture that leverages Azure services. This role is highly collaborative, requiring close work with solution architects, data engineers, developers, and database administrators to ensure scalable, secure, and performant data architecture aligned with industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Data Model Design: Develop and optimize logical and physical database models to support transactional and analytical use cases.
• System Requirements Analysis: Work with technical and business stakeholders to assess current architecture and design data solutions that meet evolving needs.
• Azure-Based Refactoring: Design data components using Azure-native services such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Blob Storage, and Purview.
• Data Migration: Lead the migration from MySQL to Azure solutions, ensuring data integrity, low downtime, and rollback contingencies.
• Data Governance & Security: Implement standards for data integrity, security, and compliance with healthcare regulations including HIPAA and SOC 2.
• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Prepare architecture documentation, data dictionaries, and design reports; mentor technical teams on best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise data architecture and database design.
• Deep hands-on experience with MySQL, including schema optimization and performance tuning.
• 3+ years of experience designing or refactoring applications using Azure data components.
• Demonstrated success in migrating large-scale datasets from legacy or on-prem systems to Azure.
• Strong background in data modeling techniques (3NF, star schema, Data Vault) and ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Proven understanding of data governance, metadata management, security controls, and healthcare compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or life sciences domains
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and event-driven data (Kafka, Azure Event Hub).
• Experience with CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code tools like Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Terraform, or Bicep.
• Exposure to BI and analytics platforms like Power BI or Tableau.