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Cloud Data Architect

Job Posted 3/8/2025
Cognizant
Perth, Perth 6001
Full-Time
Job Description

As an Azure Data Architect, you will be responsible for developing comprehensive data architectures that align with business requirements. You will design and implement cloud-based solutions for various data types using Azure services such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Blob Storage. Your role will involve creating and maintaining data integration workflows, ETL/ELT processes, and ensuring data security through access controls, encryption, and masking.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to define data management strategies, optimize data storage and processing performance, and proactively resolve data-related issues. Additionally, you will provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, lead architectural discussions, and continuously improve data architecture and related processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop data architectures, models, storage solutions, data pipelines, and analytics frameworks on Azure.
  • Design and implement solutions for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.
  • Utilize Azure services to build scalable and secure data solutions.
  • Maintain data integration workflows and ETL/ELT processes.
  • Enforce data access controls and security measures.
  • Collaborate on data management strategies and optimize data performance.
  • Provide architectural guidance and mentorship.
  • Communicate technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Lead architectural discussions and promote best practices.

Qualifications:

  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Azure and cloud data services.
  • 10 to 14 years of experience in data analytics architecture.
  • Expertise in data modeling, database design, and data warehousing.
  • Experience with ETL/ELT processes and data integration.
  • Proficiency in SQL, NoSQL, Python, Spark, and relevant technologies.
  • Understanding of data governance, security, and compliance.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Technical Skills:

  • Experience with Azure Storage, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Azure SQL Server Data Warehouse, and Azure SQL Server DB.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools.
  • Experience in data modeling, architecture design, and data testing.
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools like Power BI.

Benefits:

  • You can pursue innovative career tracks and opportunities here.
  • You can enhance your professional development through education and dedicated training.
  • We'll give you the skills you need to keep pace with the changing workplace while our compensation, benefits, and wellness packages help you stay healthy and plan for the future.

Please reach out to our friendly and welcoming team today to apply and register your interest for this full-time hybrid Azure Data Architect position.