Data Architect

Fideo Intelligence; España; Presencial; EUR 80.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health and wellness benefits

Employee Resource Groups

Career development resources

Descripción de la vacante

Ookla is seeking a Data Architect to join the solutions architecture team, driving the evolution of the data platform that powers Speedtest and other data products.

You will design scalable data models, storages and pipelines for real-time big data, low-latency analytics, and AI/ML integration while ensuring compliance and security across international operations.

Formación

• Extensive experience in software and data architectures, with a focus on designing large-scale data lakehouses.
• Expert level fluency in programming (Python, Go or Java) and strong working knowledge of SQL, databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redshift, Iceberg, Athena).
• Experience with streaming and event-driven architectures to process high volume data using tools like Spark.
• Strong understanding of data modeling and modern data architectures like data lakehouses.
• Proven ability to balance immediate delivery with long-term architectural integrity while managing technical debt.

Responsabilidades

• Creating and evolving architectural roadmaps for the data platform, ensuring alignment with product goals and long-term technical scalability.
• Turning product requirements into viable and scalable data architectures and implementations in a high data volume environment.
• Acting as a bridge between data science, product engineering, and stakeholders to translate business strategy into technical vision.
• Establishing and following data governance frameworks, standards, and best practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
• Raising the technical bar by mentoring senior engineers and architects on complex data modeling and distributed system challenges.

Conocimientos

Data architecture

Big data platforms

Python/Go/Java

SQL & Databases

Streaming systems

Communication skills

6+ years experience

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Herramientas

Spark

Airflow

Redshift

Iceberg

Athena

Descripción del empleo

Description

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Data Architect to join the Ookla solutions architecture team to drive the evolution of our data platform that powers Speedtest and our other data products. As a data architect, you will play a key role in evolving our data platform to meet the future needs of real‑time big data processing, low latency analytical queries, AI/ML integration, and compliance requirements. In this role, you will design and implement scalable data models, storages and pipelines for critical product features that meet both our end users’ and internal stakeholders’ requirements while ensuring international compliance.

We are looking for world class talent and the applicants should have hands‑on skills and attitude, a strong technical background in software and data architectures, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating and evolving architectural roadmaps for the data platform, ensuring alignment with product goals and long‑term technical scalability.
• You are able to turn product requirements to viable and scalable data architectures and implementations in a high data volume environment.
• Acting as a bridge between data science, product engineering, and stakeholders to translate business strategy into technical vision.
• You are able to establish and follow data governance frameworks, standards, and best practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.
• Raising the technical bar by mentoring senior engineers and architects on complex data modeling and distributed system challenges.

Job Requirements

We are looking for the right person, not the exact list of requirements. If you believe your experience has prepared you for similar challenges, we’d like to hear from you.

• Extensive experience in software and data architectures, with a focus on designing large‑scale data lakehouses.
• Expert level fluency in programming (Python, Go or Java) and strong working knowledge of SQL, databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redshift, Iceberg, Athena).
• Experience with streaming and event‑driven architectures to process high volume data using tools like Spark.
• Strong understanding of data modeling and modern data architectures like data lakehouses.
• Experience with AI/ML is nice to have.
• Proven ability to balance immediate delivery with long‑term architectural integrity while managing technical debt.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 6+ years of relevant data engineering experience.
• Background check is required.

About Ookla

Ookla, an Accenture company, is a global leader in connectivity intelligence that brings together the trusted expertise of Speedtest®, Downdetector®, Ekahau®, and RootMetrics® to deliver unmatched network and connectivity insights. By combining multi‑source data with industry‑leading expertise, we transform network performance metrics into strategic, actionable insights.

Our solutions empower service providers, enterprises, and governments with the critical data and insights needed to optimize networks, enhance digital experiences, and help close the digital divide. At the same time, we amplify the real‑world experiences of individuals and businesses that rely on connectivity to work, learn, and communicate. From measuring and analyzing connectivity to driving industry innovation, Ookla helps the world stay connected.

Our Benefits

Ookla offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness‑focused benefits. We are committed to work‑life balance with paid time off when you need it.

At Ookla, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company‑sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.

If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then Ookla is the place for you.

Compensation Range

Ookla provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The salary compensation for this role is €80,000 – €95,000. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education and training, as well as business and company performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ookla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Ookla, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal opportunity, and belonging. DEI enables us to attract and retain the best talent, regardless of background or circumstances, while enabling our thousands of employees worldwide to thrive.