Data Architect (Hybrid - Madrid)

INNTECI - QUID - BGWI; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading data solutions company is seeking a Data Architect in Madrid, Spain. This senior role is responsible for ensuring architectural integrity and scalability of data systems, while mentoring engineers and driving excellence in data engineering and BI. Ideal candidates will have 7-8 years' experience with Snowflake and advanced SQL skills. The position offers a hybrid work setup with some on-site presence required.

Formación

• 7-8 years of experience in data-centric roles, including technical leadership.
• Proven expertise with Snowflake and Azure Data Factory.
• Fluent, professional-level English (written and verbal).

Responsabilidades

• Design and document end-to-end data architecture solutions.
• Contribute to the EDW technical roadmap.
• Define and enforce engineering standards and data quality frameworks.
• Serve as the final technical approver for major changes.
• Lead root cause analysis during major outages.

Conocimientos

Technical leadership

Advanced SQL

Python programming

Data integration

BI & Visualization

DevOps practices

Herramientas

Snowflake

Azure Data Factory

SQL Server

Informatica

Control-M

Power BI

SAP Business Objects

Descripción del empleo

Overview

The Data Architect is the senior technical authority responsible for ensuring the architectural integrity, scalability, and long-term stability of the Snowflake Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW).

This role bridges operational reliability and strategic modernization : balancing the immediate needs of production support with long-term initiatives focused on innovation, performance, and continuous improvement (Enhance).

The Data Architect acts as a hands‑on leader, mentor, and escalation point for complex technical issues, setting standards and driving excellence across data engineering, BI, and quality assurance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and document end-to-end data architecture and integration solutions that comply with enterprise standards.
• Contribute to the EDW technical roadmap, identifying opportunities for optimization, refactoring, and technology upgrades.
• Define and enforce engineering standards, CI / CD practices, and data quality frameworks.
• Serve as the final technical approver for major code changes, pull requests, and architectural decisions.
• Act as the top-level technical escalation point for critical P1 / P2 incidents and recurring issues.
• Lead root cause analysis during major outages, performing deep investigations across the full data stack.
• Drive long-term problem management by designing sustainable, preventive technical solutions.
• Mentor and upskill Data Engineers and BI Engineers, promoting adherence to best practices.
• Ensure critical knowledge and documentation are maintained and shared across the team.
• Collaborate with client architects, system owners, and partner vendors to ensure data flow integrity and effective cross‑platform communication.

Requirements

• At least 7‑8 years of experience in data‑centric roles, with proven technical leadership (e.g., Solution Architect, Technical Lead, Principal Engineer) Snowflake and Azure Data Factory (ADF).
• SQL Server, Informatica, IBM DB2.
• Orchestration: Control‑M.
• BI & Visualization: SAP Business Objects and Power BI.
• Advanced SQL and Python programming.
• Experience working with XML and JSON data formats.
• Broad expertise across ETL / ELT, Data Visualization, and Quality Engineering.
• DevOps & ITSM (Preferred): Azure Pipelines (CI / CD), ServiceNow, Azure DevOps.
• Fluent, professional‑level English (written and verbal).

Key Competencies & Attributes

• Strategic and Pragmatic: Balances long‑term vision with practical problem‑solving.
• Influential Leader: Respected for deep technical expertise and mentoring ability.
• Resilient Under Pressure: Maintains focus and clarity during incidents and tight deadlines.
• Exceptional Communicator: Able to convey complex concepts to both executives and engineers.
• Collaborative and Diplomatic: Builds consensus in multi‑vendor environments to achieve shared goals.

Hiring Details

• Work setup: Hybrid, based in Madrid, Spain (on‑site presence required weekly).
• Eligibility: Open only to candidates legally to work in Spain.
• Engagement: Direct employment Powered by JazzHR.