Data Architect

Brio Digital; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Lisbon is seeking a Senior Data Cloud Architect to design and implement scalable cloud-based data solutions. The role requires over 5 years of experience in cloud data architecture, particularly with Azure, and entails leading API and microservices architecture. This hybrid position will allow you to have a significant impact on the company's cloud data strategy. Apply today to get involved in this critical project.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in cloud data architecture, primarily with Azure.
• Proven experience with security frameworks like OAuth2 and JWT.
• Familiarity with programming languages like Java, C#, Python, and PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable cloud-based data solutions.
• Lead the architecture of APIs, microservices, and data frameworks.
• Collaborate with engineering and security teams on standards.

Skills

Cloud data architecture

Database management systems

SQL

Microservices

APIs

Automation

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Azure

Snowflake

DevOps

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Start Date: Immediate – no later than October 15th

Travel: Occasional trips to Paris (approx. once every 2 months)

We’re seeking a Senior Data Cloud Architect to join an exciting project, driving the design and delivery of next-generation cloud data solutions. This role offers the chance to work in Lisbon on a hybrid basis, blending technical leadership with hands-on architecture and delivery.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement scalable cloud-based data solutions (Azure, Synapse, Snowflake).
• Lead the architecture of APIs, microservices, and data frameworks.
• Drive a “Data as a Service” strategy in line with industry best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering and security teams on standards and delivery.
• Facilitate workshops, requirement gathering, and technical decision-making.
• Contribute to the organisation’s cloud data roadmap and challenge vendors where needed.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ experience in cloud data architecture (Azure expertise strongly preferred).
• Strong knowledge of database management systems (Azure SQL, Synapse, Snowflake).
• Proven experience with security frameworks (OAuth2, JWT, RLS, network security).
• Proficiency in SQL and microservices; strong exposure to APIs and automation (DevOps, Terraform, Ansible).
• Familiarity with Java, C#, Python, and PowerShell.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Location: Lisbon, Alfragide (hybrid: 3 on-site, 2 remote)
• Start Date: By October 15th
• Travel: Occasional Paris trips (1 every 2 months, on average)

This is an opportunity to immediately step into a critical project and make a real impact on cloud data strategy and delivery.

Interested? Apply today to secure your place on this project.