Lead Azure Data Architect Consultant

  • Dallas, TX
  • Posted 19 hours ago | Updated 4 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
$75.00 - $85.00 per annum
Contract - W2

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Lead Azure Data Architect Consultant

Job Details



Azure Data Architect - (Interim to Hire W2)


Location: Dallas, TX


About the Company: Our client is a leading specialty insurance company dedicated to providing innovative insurance solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of their clients. With a strong commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, they are seeking a talented Azure Data Architect to join their dynamic team on an interim to hire basis.

Job Description:
Position Overview: The Azure Data Architect will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the company's data architecture on the Azure platform. This role requires a deep understanding of data management, cloud computing, and insurance industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully architecting and deploying data solutions in Azure, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities:



  • Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance data architectures on Azure.

  • Develop and maintain data models, data integration processes, and data storage solutions.

  • Architect Azure environments from scratch, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.

  • Split responsibilities between 50% architecture (building solutions from scratch) and 50% technical leadership (leading other engineers, hands-on coding, driving direction).

  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

  • Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all data platforms.

  • Optimize data workflows and processes for efficiency and performance.

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to the data engineering team.

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest Azure technologies and best practices.



Qualifications:



  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in data architecture and management.

  • Extensive experience with Azure data services, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure Synapse Analytics.

  • Strong knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing.

  • Proficiency in SQL, Python, and other relevant programming languages.

  • Experience with data governance and data security best practices.

  • Proven experience architecting Azure environments from scratch.

  • Ability to balance responsibilities between architecture and technical leadership.

  • Experience with Microsoft Fabric is a big plus.




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