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Job Title: Azure Data Architect
Location: Dallas, Texas ( Onsite )
Duration/Term: Long Term Contract
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Azure Data Architect with deep technical expertise to lead architecture and solution design for customer-centric engagements. The ideal candidate will collaborate with pre-sales, business units, and engineering teams to define strategic cloud solutions, execute POCs and pilot migration projects, and mentor operations teams on Azure adoption.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement cloud-native architectures aligned with customer IT estate and business priorities.
- Collaborate with network, security, AD, backup, and application architects to develop enterprise-grade solutions.
- Establish long-term cloud strategy, ensuring cost-effective and scalable solutions.
- Act as a subject-matter expert on Microsoft Azure, supporting Sales and Pre-Sales teams in RFP activities.
- Advocate new features and innovations to improve operational efficiency and cost reduction.
- Conduct design workshops, create HLD documentation, and lead cloud adoption initiatives.
- Develop deep relationships with key customer IT decision-makers, influencing strategic decisions.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 8-12 years of experience in consulting or architecture roles within a software/services company.
- Strong knowledge of Azure services, including Data Lake storage, Databricks, Data Factory, and Synapse Analytics.
- Expertise in database design, data warehousing, data lakes, and governance practices.
- Proven experience in ETL, data integration, and ensuring data quality.
- In-depth understanding of SQL/NoSQL databases and data pipeline optimization.
- Knowledge of security best practices, encryption, identity management, and access control in cloud environments.
- Familiarity with GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2 compliance frameworks.
- Experience in Azure PaaS services (Logic App, Function App, App Service, Key Vault, Containers).
- Strong background in performance monitoring, identifying bottlenecks, and adjusting cloud solutions efficiently.
- Ability to drive collaborative decisions, resolve conflicts, and ensure follow-through.
- Exceptional presentation skills for engaging with executives, IT leaders, and developers.
Key Skills: Azure Data Architecture, Data Lakes, Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, SQL/NoSQL, ETL, Security & Compliance, PaaS Services, Cloud Strategy, HLD Documentation, Pre-Sales Support
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