Principal Data Architect

Caylent; Canada; Remote; CAD 180,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative cloud-native services company is seeking a Principal Data Architect to lead the design and implementation of complex cloud-based data solutions. This role involves working with cutting-edge technologies such as AWS, machine learning, and big data processing. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in data architecture and governance, ensuring robust data solutions for clients. Join a forward-thinking team that values inclusivity and offers a competitive compensation package, including unlimited vacations and professional development opportunities. This is a unique chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Benefits

100% remote work

Unlimited Vacations

4% Pension match

Paid for exams and certifications

State of the art laptop and tools

Annual stipend for Learning and Development

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience designing complex data systems.
• Strong experience in AWS and data governance practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of cloud-based data solutions.
• Define strategic roadmaps and outcomes for clients.

Skills

AWS Data Landscape

Data Governance

Machine Learning

Data Modeling

Python for Analytics

Big Data Processing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Certifications in AWS

Tools

Spark

Sagemaker

Infrastructure as Code tools

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

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Caylent is a cloud native services company that helps organizations bring the best out of their people and technology using Amazon Web Services (AWS). We provide a full range of AWS services including: workload migrations & modernization, cloud native application development, DevOps, data engineering, security & compliance, and everything in between. At Caylent, our people always come first.

About The Job

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Principal Data Architect to join our Cloud Data Engineering Practice. The Principal Data Architect will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of complex cloud-based data solutions for our customers. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud data and analytics technologies.

Responsibilities

• Define strategic roadmaps and targeted outcomes for our clients in a consultative capacity
• Act as a data engineering SME to define upcoming engagements working with our pre-sales teams
• Perform technical interviews for Architect and Engineer candidates as well as provide technical guidance to Architects and Engineers
• Oversee the development and implementation of data standards and operating procedures

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in AWS data landscape
• 10 years of experience designing and building complex data systems as well as experience in these areas:
• Traditional Data (At least 2):
• Relational database design, optimization and migration
• Data modeling for both transactional and analytics systems including implementation of industry standard data models
• BI dashboards and visualizations
• Data Governance and MDM
• New Data (at least 2):
• Big data processing using Spark, Streaming solutions, and NoSQL
• Machine Learning and MLOps with proficiency in Sagemaker
• GenAI Foundational Models as well as approaches and frameworks used in conjunction with them with proficiency in Bedrock.
• DataOps practices (Infrastructure as Code, Data Testing, Data Versioning, etc)
• Experience with at least two of these:
• Infrastructure as Code tools
• CI/CD pipelines and tools
• Python for analytics (numpy, pandas, matplotlib etc) and automation
• Strong drive towards standardizing and documenting our approach and solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• 100% remote work
• Equitable Life - Hybrid Plan
• 100% Premium Coverage for the employee and dependents
• Competitive phantom equity
• Long-Term Disability
• 4% Pension match (employer contribution)
• Unlimited Vacations
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Paid for exams and certifications
• Peer bonus awards
• State of the art laptop and tools
• Equipment & Office Stipend
• Individual professional development plan
• Annual stipend for Learning and Development
• Work with an amazing worldwide team and in an incredible corporate culture

Compensation

Base Salary Range: CAD $180,000 - $202,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Additional Compensation Components: Bonuses, commissions, equity, and other incentives depending on individual and company performance.

This role may require up to 25% travel, depending on business needs.

Inclusion & Diversity

Caylent is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on legally protected characteristics.