Senior Cloud Data Architect

Coforge; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Cloud and Data Architect with extensive experience in DWBI, Big Data, and Cloud Technologies. This role requires hands-on expertise in multiple cloud platforms and a strong command of data modeling and ETL processes. The successful candidate will lead technical discussions, design effective database solutions, and mentor junior architects. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a collaborative environment where you can drive impactful client solutions and shape the future of data architecture.

Qualifications

• 16–18 years of experience in DWBI, Big Data, and Cloud Technologies.
• Expertise in at least 2 Cloud platforms and Big Data processing.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement effective database solutions and oversee data migration.
• Lead RfP responses and deliver client solutions with entrepreneurial initiative.

Skills

DWBI

Big Data

Cloud Technologies

SQL Development

Data Modeling

ETL

Problem Solving

Leadership

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Databricks

Apache Spark

Jenkins

Terraform

Job description

Technical Recruiting expert driving staffing solutions at Coforge

Senior Cloud and Data Architect

Location: London

Employment Type: Permanent

Responsibilities:

• 16–18 years' experience in DWBI, Big Data, and Cloud Technologies.
• Hands-on expertise in at least 2 Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks) and Big Data processing (e.g., Apache Spark, Beam).
• Proficiency in key technologies like BigQuery, Redshift, Synapse, Pub/Sub, Kinesis, Event Hubs, Kafka, Dataflow, Airflow, and ADF.
• Strong ETL and data modeling skills.
• Proven ability to design and implement effective database solutions, ensure compliance with regulations, and oversee data migration from legacy systems.
• Experience in resiliency, failover, monitoring, and defining deployment/alerting strategies.
• Ability to lead RfP responses, act as SPOC for technical discussions, and deliver client solutions with entrepreneurial initiative.
• Strong consulting skills, excellent communication, and ability to write POVs on emerging technologies.
• Good-to-have: Familiarity with DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, Terraform, StackDriver).

Requirements:

• Deep understanding of database structures, SQL development, data modeling, and analytics technologies (Columnar, NoSQL, visualization).
• Knowledge of SDLC, project management, and system design/testing techniques.
• Outstanding problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor architects.
• Mandatory expertise in at least 2 Hyperscalers (GCP/AWS/Azure) and Big Data tools (e.g., Spark, Beam).
• Desirable: Experience designing Databricks solutions and familiarity with DevOps tools.

Coforge is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society, without discrimination based on race, religion, ethnicity, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.