Persistent Systems
Website:
persistent.com
Company:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/persistent-systems
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting and Information Services
Job details:
About Position:
We are seeking an experienced Azure Data Architect with strong expertise in Azure data and analytics platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and governing scalable cloud-native data architectures while enabling enterprise data, analytics, and reporting capabilities.
- Role: Azure Data Architect
- Location: All Persistent Locations
- Experience: 10 to 15 Years
- Job Type: Full Time Employment
What You'll Do:
- Design end-to-end Azure data architectures using services such as Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, SQL Managed Instance, Cosmos DB, and Azure Data Lake.
- Implement data integration, migration, and transformation solutions using ETL/ELT methodologies.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders and Data Hub/Digital & AI teams to define data strategies and technical roadmaps
- Guide and mentor data engineers, analysts, and data scientists on architectural best practices.
- Work with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (Azure Bicep) for automated deployments.
- Ensure compliance with security and governance requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, UK data residency regulations, Key Vault, RBAC, and Private Endpoints.
- Establish and maintain data governance frameworks covering data quality, lineage, cataloguing, and compliance.
- Monitor and optimise data platforms for performance, scalability, resilience, and cost efficiency.
- Lead migration initiatives from legacy platforms to Azure cloud environments.
- Evaluate emerging technologies such as AI/ML and advanced analytics to drive innovation.
- Create architecture documents including HLDs, Technical Architecture Documents, Network Flow Diagrams, Environment Details, and Secret Inventory documentation.
Expertise You'll Bring:
- Strong expertise in Azure Synapse Analytics.
- Hands-on experience with Azure Data Factory (ADF).
- Extensive experience with Azure Databricks.
- Strong knowledge of Azure SQL Database and Cosmos DB.
- Experience with Azure Blob Storage and Azure Data Lake.
- Expertise in Azure Key Vault, Azure Relay, and Data Gateway.
- Knowledge of Azure IaaS services.
- Experience with Application Gateway and Azure Load Balancer.
- Familiarity with Azure Web Apps, Function Apps, Logic Apps, and Service Bus.
- Knowledge of Azure Machine Learning services.
- Strong proficiency in SQL and database development.
- Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation.
- Strong understanding of data modeling using star and snowflake schemas.
- Experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.
- Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
- Hands-on experience with Azure Monitor and operational monitoring frameworks.
- Experience with Power BI and enterprise analytics solutions.
- Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture patterns.
- Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong strategic problem-solving abilities.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across cross-functional teams.
- Ability to provide architectural leadership and drive enterprise data transformation initiatives.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers
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