Data Platform Architect (Snowflake)

IQVIA; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 217,000 - 462,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Data Platform Architect to join the Data Office and support the Data Platform Architecture Pillar. You will lead architecture initiatives, standardize deployment patterns, and foster collaboration across platform stakeholders in a Center of Excellence.

The role emphasizes operational excellence, scalable data platforms, and close engagement with engineering teams to reduce friction in deployment and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience in data platform engineering, architecture, or operations
• Strong knowledge of cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data patterns
• Experience deploying and operating scalable, secure, high-availability data platforms
• Proficient in scripting, automation, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform/Ansible/CF)
• Excellent communication and collaboration across technical and non-technical teams

Responsibilities

• Operationalize platform strategies and architectural patterns for the Pillar
• Organize and facilitate CoE activities for data platforms as SME
• Identify friction points in deployment and operations and implement solutions
• Collaborate with platform engineering/management to align solutions
• Develop and refine deployment frameworks, automation scripts, and playbooks
• Monitor platform performance and provide guidance on best practices
• Document and promote standards, templates, and reusable assets
• Evaluate and integrate new data platform technologies and services
• Provide training and support to platform users and stakeholders
• Gather feedback to refine processes and standards
• Meet with vendors to discuss roadmaps and gaps

Skills

Cloud data platforms

Data platform architecture

Scripting & IaC

CI/CD & DevOps

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/Engineering

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

BiCep

Job description

Data Platform Architect

IQVIA is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our Data Office as a member of a dedicated three-person team supporting the Data Platform Architecture Pillar. This position will focus on critical initiatives within our Center of Excellence (CoE) for Data Platforms, with a central mandate to reduce friction in deploying and operating data platforms. The role will directly contribute to the implementation of strategies defined by the Data Platform Architecture Pillar, ensuring our platforms are robust, scalable, and aligned with organizational objectives.

Primary Goals And Objectives

• Reduce time, cost, and complexity associated with deploying and operating data platforms across IQVIA
• Ensure all data platform initiatives align with enterprise architecture standards and strategies
• Promote and enforce use of standardized deployment patterns, templates, and operational best practices
• Enhance collaboration and knowledge sharing between data platform stakeholders
• Drive continuous process improvements to increase platform reliability, performance, and user satisfaction

Role Responsibilities

• Support the Data Platform Architecture Pillar by operationalizing platform strategies and architectural patterns
• Organize and facilitate activities in the Center of Excellence for data platforms, acting as a subject matter expert and key contributor
• Identify and address points of friction in platform deployment and operations, recommending and implementing effective solutions
• Collaborate with platform engineering and platform management to align platform solutions with organizational requirements
• Contribute to the development and refinement of platform deployment frameworks, automation scripts, and operational playbooks
• Monitor platform performance and provide guidance on operational best practices
• Document, share, and promote standards, templates, and reusable assets developed by the Center of Excellence
• Assist in evaluating and integrating new data platform technologies, tools, and services
• Provide training and support to platform users and other internal stakeholders to facilitate smooth adoption and usage
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by collecting feedback and leveraging lessons learned to refine processes and standards
• Meet with data platform vendors to understand their roadmap and discuss gaps in feature sets that are needed to meet IQVIA’s requirements

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• 3+ years of experience in data platform engineering, architecture, or operations
• Strong foundational knowledge of cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data architecture patterns (data lakes, warehouses, lakehouses, data estates, etc.)
• Experience in deploying, supporting, and operating scalable, secure, and high-availability data platforms
• Strong communication skills for documenting solutions and collaborating across technical and non-technical teams
• Detail-oriented with a passion for operational excellence and process improvement
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with an ability to analyze complex technical issues and develop actionable solutions
• Proficiency with scripting, automation tools, and infrastructure-as-code technologies (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, BiCep)
• Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps practices, and platform monitoring tools
• Experience working in a Center of Excellence or similar shared service environment is an asset

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is 217 300,00 zł - 461 700,00 zł. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.