Data Architect (m/f/d)

Halian; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in digital transformation is seeking a Data Architect to enhance enterprise data strategies and deliver scalable solutions. Responsibilities include defining data architecture, optimizing data solutions on Microsoft Azure, and establishing governance frameworks. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Azure services and Databricks, is skilled in data modeling and governance, and possesses excellent stakeholder management abilities. A Bachelor's or Master's in a related field is required, with certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Architect in large-scale data environments.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks for big data processing.
• Strong understanding of ETL/ELT procedures and data governance.

Responsibilities

• Define enterprise data architecture aligned with business goals.
• Lead design and optimization of data solutions on Microsoft Azure.
• Establish data standards, policies, and governance frameworks.

Skills

Data Architecture expertise

Azure Data Services

Databricks

Data Governance

Data Modeling

AI/ML Knowledge

ETL/ELT Pipelines

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure Data Lake Gen2

Power BI

Apache Spark

Hadoop

Job description

A leading organization focused on digital transformation and data-driven innovation is seeking a Data Architect to join their team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping enterprise-wide data strategies and delivering scalable, high-performance solutions that support business growth and operational excellence.

Job Description:

• Architectural Leadership: Define and evolve the enterprise data architecture aligned with enterprise business goals and digital transformation initiatives.
• Platform Expertise: Lead the design and optimization of end-to-end data solutions on Microsoft Azure and Databricks, covering the complete data lifecycle and ensuring seamless data integration, governance, and performance.
• Data Strategy & Governance: Establish data standards, policies, best practices, design principles and governance frameworks to ensure data quality, data lineage, data observability, security, and compliance.
• Collaboration & Influence: Partner and interact with key business and IT client stakeholders, data and IT teams to translate business requirements into scalable data solutions.
• Innovation & Optimization: Drive adoption of modern data architectures including headless architecture, data lake and lake house, real-time analytics, Lambda and Kappa Architectures and AI/ML enablement.
• Technical Oversight: Provide guidance and hands on expertise on data modeling, metadata management, data pipeline design and orchestration, and cloud-native architecture design and best practices.

Data Architect : Required Experience

• Proven experience as a Data Architect with knowledge on Enterprise Architecture (EA frameworks like TOGAF/Zachmann etc.) in large-scale data environments.
• Proven experience working as Solution Architect in the Data and AI/ML tech domain with Public sector experience
• Deep expertise in Azure Data and Integration Services (e.g., Azure Data Lake Gen2, Synapse, MS Fabric, Data Factory, Purview, Event Hub).
• Hands-on experience with Databricks for big data processing, analytics, and machine learning leveraging Data Lake house architecture, delta lake
• Strong understanding of data modeling (Dimensional Data modelling expertise), ETL/ELT pipelines, and data governance.
• Familiarity with modern data architecture paradigms (e.g., data lake,lakehouse, data mesh, data fabric, Unity Catalog, Medallion Architecture, lambda architecture etc.)
• Experience in designing AI/ML platforms and Business Intelligence and insights (leveraging tools like Power BI)
• Familiarity with traditional Data warehousing architecture and tools like Informatica etc. and multi dimensional data modeling
• Experience in designing Master Data Management systems (using MDM tools and patterns), implementing Data Quality
• Experience designing data systems using APIs and microservices design patterns, Kafka
• Experience working with Spark, Python, Hadoop, Apache Iceberg, Apache Hudi etc.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field.

Data Architect Preferred Skills

• Data Certifications in Azure and Databricks.
• Nice to have EA certifications like TOGAF
• Experience with enterprise data cataloging and lineage tools.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance (e.g., UAE data laws).
• Experience in the government sectors is a plus.

Halian Group:

With over 28 years of experience, we have come to understand that innovation is the only way to provide agile, practical solutions that transform businesses and careers. Our resourcing and smart services help you to realize tomorrow’s potential. Discover the amazing things possible when you bring the right people and the right technologies together. At Halian, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to building high-performing teams for our clients. We are committed to connecting organizations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique. By fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, we help our clients drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and better reflect the communities they serve.