Data Architect

Our client seeks a Data Architect on a freelance/contract basis

• Responsible for creating target architecture aligned within data architecture and migrating Citizen development.


• Data architect Azure with deep understanding of Azure Analytics stack.


• Collaborate with multiple product teams to provide architecture leadership and support.


• Ability to produce designs and set up environments, with leadership skills for technical discussions with Business Stakeholders and Enterprise Architecture.


• Provide technical leadership, participate in development efforts, and represent platform capabilities internally and externally.


• Active member of architects guild, overseeing data management process and guiding development teams.


• Responsible for design and documentation of solution within domain.


• Proficient in Databricks, ADLS storage, SQL DB, ADF, and Power BI.


• Define and own end-to-end scalable Data Architecture considering enterprise architecture and industry standards.


• Contribute to development of data architectures, strategies, and policies, including data security.


• Develop, document, and maintain logical and physical data models.


• MUST be able to work in Ghent on-site 50% of the time

Skills

• Minimum 4 years in Data Architecture.


• Proficient in SQL, data modelling, and Data Architecture design.


• Experience with Power BI and Azure components (ADFv2, Databricks, Synapse, Delta lake).


• Knowledge of Azure Advanced Analytics technologies and frameworks.


• Proficiency in Python, Pyspark, and Microsoft cloud-based delivery model.


• Familiarity with Data Management, Data Governance, Data Quality, API or microservice deployment, DevSecOps, and Agile.


• Experience in global environment.


• Excellent communication skills in Dutch, French, and English (C1 level).