AWS Data Architect

Lawrence Harvey; Santiago de Compostela; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced AWS Data Architect in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. This strategic position involves designing scalable cloud data solutions for clients, mentoring teams, and driving digital transformation projects. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in data architecture and a strong AWS background. This role offers a hybrid work model with opportunities for continuous AWS training and certification.

Servicios

Access to cutting-edge technologies

Continuous AWS training

Certification opportunities

Formación

• Minimum 5 years of data architecture experience.
• At least 3 years of specific AWS experience.
• Fluent English (oral and written) for global team collaboration.

Responsabilidades

• Design end-to-end data architectures using AWS native services.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies within the AWS ecosystem.
• Mentor data engineering teams on complex implementations.

Conocimientos

AWS Cloud Services

Data Architecture

Apache Spark

Cloud Migration

DevOps Practices

Herramientas

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub Actions

Airflow

Descripción del empleo

AWS Data Architect - Senior Position

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced AWS Data Architect to lead our clients' digital transformation through innovative cloud data solutions. In this strategic position, you will be the principal architect of enterprise data ecosystems, designing scalable solutions that drive data-driven decision making.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

• Design end-to-end data architectures using AWS native services
• Create reusable blueprints and reference patterns for data solutions
• Establish data governance standards and security best practices
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies within the AWS ecosystem

Technical Leadership

Mentor data engineering teams on complex implementations

Lead architectural review sessions and technical validation

Collaborate with solution architects to integrate data capabilities

Facilitate technical workshops with key stakeholders

Consulting & Client Engagement

Act as senior technical consultant on digital transformation projects

Present technical solutions to C-level executives and decision makers

Develop technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives

Participate in full pre-sales and delivery lifecycle

Required Technical Profile

Core AWS Competencies

Storage Services : S3, EFS, FSx with lifecycle strategies

Processing : EMR, Glue, Batch, ECS / EKS for data workloads

Analytics : Athena, QuickSight, OpenSearch, Kinesis Analytics

Databases : RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB, Redshift, Neptune

ML / AI : SageMaker, Bedrock, Comprehend, Rekognition

Big Data Expertise

Advanced proficiency in Apache Spark (Scala / Python / Java)

Experience with Hadoop ecosystem (HDFS, Hive, HBase, Oozie)

Knowledge of streaming platforms : Kafka, Kinesis, MSK

Experience with modern data warehousing (dbt, Snowflake as plus)

DevOps & Automation

IaC : Terraform, CloudFormation, CDK (preferably Python / TypeScript)

CI / CD : GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, CodePipeline

Containerization : Docker, Kubernetes, ECS / EKS

Monitoring : CloudWatch, Grafana, Prometheus, Datadog

Modern Architectures

Experience implementing Data Mesh and Data Fabric

Knowledge of Event-Driven Architecture with EventBridge

Familiarity with Microservices and Serverless patterns

Experience with Real-time analytics and CDC patterns

Additional Valued Competencies

AWS Certifications : Solutions Architect Professional, Data Analytics Specialty

Programming Languages : Python (advanced), Scala, Java, R

Orchestration Tools : Airflow, Step Functions, Prefect

Industry Experience : Fintech, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing

Methodologies : Agile, DataOps, MLOps

Essential Soft Skills

Excellent technical communication and presentation skills

Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions

Technical leadership and team mentoring capabilities

Strategic thinking and architectural vision

Adaptability to high-velocity, constantly changing environments

What We Offer

Participation in large-scale digital transformation projects

Access to cutting-edge technologies and continuous AWS training

Certification opportunities and professional development

Culture of innovation and experimentation

Hybrid work model with remote flexibility

Experience Requirements

Minimum 5 years of data architecture experience

At least 3 years of specific AWS experience

Proven experience in cloud migration projects

Track record of leading multidisciplinary technical teams

Fluent English (oral and written) for global team collaboration