Technical Architect - Data Engineering

BuddiesHR; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Circana is seeking a visionary Data Architect to lead cloud data warehouse initiatives, guiding data platforms with strategic leadership and hands-on technical depth. You will champion in-house tools, drive analytics enablement, and ensure governance across distributed data environments.

The role requires 10–16 years in data engineering with cloud-native expertise, strong Python/PySpark/SQL skills, and a proven ability to mentor engineers while collaborating with analytics, business, and product

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading data engineering teams
• Strong expertise in cloud-native data solutions
• Proficient in Python, PySpark, and SQL for analytics
• Experience with data governance and CI/CD practices
• Experience with ETL/ELT pipelines and Spark tuning

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a high-performing team of data engineers across multiple projects and geographies.
• Define and drive the architecture of scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud-based data warehouse solutions.
• Oversee development of robust ETL/ELT pipelines using PySpark, Python, and SQL.
• Champion adoption of in-house data tools; align with business and technical goals.
• Collaborate with business, analytics, and product teams to translate data requirements into actionable solutions.
• Write efficient, reusable and well documented code.
• Maintain and tune Spark applications; optimize performance.
• Lead daily agile/scrum meetings; enforce engineering best practices.
• Drive data governance, quality, lineage, and compliance across platforms.
• Mentor senior engineers and foster innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Python

PySpark

SQL

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Apache Airflow

Power BI

Tableau

Cloud data services (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana.

We are seeking a visionary and technically proficient Data Architect to lead our cloud data warehouse initiatives and drive innovation across our data platforms. This role combines strategic leadership, technical depth, and operational excellence, with a strong focus on cloud-native development, analytics enablement, and in-house tool adoption.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a high-performing team of data engineers across multiple projects and geographies.
• Define and drive the architecture of scalable, secure, and cost-effectivecloud-based data warehouse solutions.
• Oversee the development of robust ETL/ELT pipelines usingPySpark,Python, andSQL.
• Champion the adoption, integration, and enhancement ofin-house data tools, ensuring alignment with business and technical goals.
• Collaborate with business, analytics, and product teams to translate data requirements into actionable solutions.
• Write efficient, reusable and well documented code
• Maintain and tune existing Spark applications to the fullest.
• Find opportunities for optimizing existing spark applications.
• Work closely with QA, Operations and various teams to deliver error free software on time.
• Actively lead / participate daily agile / scrum meetings.
• Establish and enforce engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, documentation, and CI/CD.
• Drive data governance, quality, lineage, and compliance across platforms.
• Manage vendor relationships, and strategic partnerships related to data infrastructure.
• Mentor senior engineers and technical leads, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10-16 years of experience in data engineering, with a strong focus on cloud-native data solutions.
• Deep expertise inPython,PySpark, andSQLfor data processing and analytics.
• Proven experience withCloud platforms(AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their data services.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, data modeling, and distributed systems.
• Experience working with and enhancinginternal/in-house toolsfor data processing and analytics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with orchestration tools likeApache Airflow
• Knowledge of BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and data visualization best practices.
• Experience in Agile environments and DevOps practices.

As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions
• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action
• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices
• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers
• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement
• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect and integrity
• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone

Location

This position can be located in the following area(s): Bangalore

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