Data Solution Architect (Azure)

EPAM Systems; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems Inc in Amsterdam is seeking a Data Solution Architect to design scalable Azure-based data solutions and govern architecture standards for enterprise data platforms. You will define data models, implement data lineage with Unity Catalog, and mentor teams while collaborating with senior leadership to align solutions with enterprise principles in a hybrid Netherlands setting.

This role emphasizes governance, documentation, and selecting modern technologies to improve business

Qualifications

• Strong experience designing Azure-based data platforms.
• Deep knowledge of data architecture, integration and data products.
• Hands-on with Databricks Unity Catalog for lineage and cataloguing.
• Familiar with enterprise reference architectures and cloud patterns.

Responsibilities

• Design and govern data solutions aligned with enterprise standards.
• Model logical data structures, define data lineage and register data products.
• Provide solution architecture consultancy for projects.
• Translate guidelines into practical designs and resolve challenges.
• Produce architecture views using tools like BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve performance.
• Promote artefact reuse and govern architectural artefacts.
• Contribute to architectural governance and maintain logs.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to meet strategic objectives.
• Mentor development teams on data architecture and integration.

Skills

Azure data platforms

Data architecture

Databricks Unity Catalog

Data integration

Enterprise tools

DevOps

Agile delivery

Stakeholder communication

BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio

Tools

BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio

Job description

We're looking for a Data Solution Architect (Azure) to join our team in Amsterdam, Netherlands in a hybrid working mode. In this role, you will design scalable data solutions, develop architecture standards and ensure robust data integration for enterprise supply chain platforms. You will contribute to improving business performance by creating logical data models, implementing data lineage and defining assets within Databricks Unity Catalog. This position requires strong collaboration with senior architecture leadership and technology partners to align solutions with enterprise architecture principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and govern architecture for data solutions to ensure compliance with enterprise standards
• Design logical data models, define data lineage and register data products in Unity Catalog
• Provide solution architecture consultancy and assurance for projects to align with best practices
• Translate architectural guidelines into practical designs and solve common technical challenges
• Produce architecture views and solution designs using tools such as BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio or equivalent
• Actively identify, evaluate and recommend new technologies to optimize business performance
• Apply architectural standards, manage step-outs when required and promote artefact reuse
• Participate in architectural governance, maintaining documentation and decision logs
• Collaborate with senior business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet strategic objectives
• Mentor and guide development teams on data architecture and integration practices

Requirements

• Strong experience designing solutions for Azure-based data platforms
• In-depth knowledge of data architecture principles, including data integration and data products
• Ability to design scalable end-to-end data ingestion and consumption patterns
• Hands-on experience with Databricks Unity Catalog for lineage and cataloguing processes
• Proficiency in creating architecture documentation and models using enterprise tools
• Understanding of enterprise reference architectures, cloud patterns and integration standards
• Familiarity with DevOps concepts and agile delivery methodologies
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across senior leadership levels
• Nice to have Experience using BiZZdesign Enterprise Studio or similar enterprise architecture tools
• Knowledge of enterprise regulatory standards and compliance requirementsPrevious experience in supply chain or large-scale data platform environments