Data Architect

Sia; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Tailored training and development

Flexible working arrangements

International project exposure

Collaborative global environment

Job summary

Sia, a next-generation global management consulting group, is looking for Senior Consultants specializing in Data Architect solutions to lead client engagements and co-design data engineering solutions.

You will work closely with clients, manage stakeholders, mentor junior consultants, and develop data platforms using Databricks, Snowflake, and Azure, with a Dutch language requirement and international project exposure.

Qualifications

• Completed WO Master’s degree in a data-focused field with substantial programming.
• Stack varies per client but includes Databricks, Snowflake and Azure.
• Strong interest in data, AI topics and rapid skills development.
• 3–6 years of relevant professional experience (or equivalent research).
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities and fast learning.
• Dutch fluency with strong communication; German or French a plus.
• Proven interest in Data Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Data Architecture & Pipeline Design: build scalable pipelines and architectures.
• Cloud & Distributed Systems: design data solutions on cloud platforms and frameworks.
• Database Design & Data Modeling: develop logical/physical models and optimize databases.
• Data Integration & Loading Patterns: batch, streaming, real-time data integration.
• CI/CD & DataOps: enable automated, reliable data workflows.

Skills

Data Architecture

Data Pipelines

Cloud Platforms

Data Modeling

DataOps

Stakeholder Management

Mentoring

Data Engineering

Education

WO Master’s in Data Science / related technical field

Tools

Databricks

Snowflake

Azure

Job description

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today, our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity, and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change, helping clients initiate, navigate, and benefit from transformation. Optimism is our force multiplier, mitigating downside and maximizing opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results; our optimism transforms outcomes.

Job Description

To support our growth, we are recruiting Senior Consultants specializing in Data Architect solutions. You will lead client engagements, co-design data engineering solutions through close collaboration with clients, manage stakeholders, and ensure impactful project delivery from strategy through execution.

Responsibilities

• Data Architecture & Pipeline Design: Building robust, scalable data pipelines and architectures to enable efficient ingestion, processing, and delivery of large volumes of structured and unstructured data.

• Cloud & Distributed Systems: Designing and implementing data solutions leveraging modern cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Kafka).

• Database Design & Data Modeling: Developing logical and physical data models and optimizing database solutions for various data types and workloads, including relational, NoSQL, time-series, and graph databases.

• Data Integration & Loading Patterns: Implementing best practices for batch, streaming, and real-time data integration, adapting to structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data sources.

• CI/CD & DataOps Practices: Enabling continuous integration and deployment of data services and infrastructure, using modern DevOps tooling to ensure reliability, versioning, and automation in data workflows.

Within Sia itself you will

• Develop and enhance our Data Engineering offerings through internal training sessions, working groups, and internal/external publications.

• Represent Sia at professional events, contributing actively to thought leadership initiatives (articles, white papers, webinars).

• Drive business development by crafting compelling proposals, identifying new collaboration opportunities, and fostering long-term client relationships.

• Manage client engagements, serving as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert to middle and senior-level management.

• Supervise and mentor junior to medior consultants, guiding their professional growth, reviewing deliverables, and facilitating the development of technical and interpersonal skills.

Your profile

• Analytical thinker with a structured and proactive approach.

• Experienced communicator capable of clearly articulating complex technical ideas to varied audiences.

• Effective stakeholder manager, comfortable guiding teams through project delivery.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor colleagues and facilitate professional development.

Qualifications

• Completed WO Master's degree in Data Science, Econometrics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, (Energy) Engineering, or a related technical field involving substantial programming.

• The specific stack that you will work with will depend on the client but, as an indication, we commonly work with Databricks, Snowflake and Azure.

• You have a strong interest in data and AI-related topics, the ability to quickly build expertise in these areas, and you’re excited about helping our clients seize the opportunities they offer.

• 3-6 years of relevant professional experience (or equivalent academic research).

• Strong analytical mindset with systematic problem-solving abilities.

• A fast learner who demonstrates strong communication skills, adaptability, and entrepreneurial drive.

• Fluency in Dutch, with excellent communication and presentation abilities. German or French fluency is a plus.

• Proven interest in Data Engineering.

What do we offer

• Competitive salary package, including annual salary increase, bonuses, and NS Business Card.

• Tailored training and development opportunities to position you as an expert in your field.

• Flexible working arrangements (office, home, client sites) and international project exposure.

• Collaborative global environment fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing.

Additional Information

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide a work permit for this position.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions—including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or disciplinary actions—are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, and business needs.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.