Azure Data Lakehouse Architect - Data Platform Lead

6AM City, LLC; Minnesota; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Information Technology Services (MNIT) is seeking an Azure Database Architect to support the modernization of the child welfare information system environment. You will design, implement, and secure Azure databases and data lakes, focusing on data lakehouse architecture and integrated reserves.

You will mentor other architects and database engineers, collaborate with DCYF and MNIT teams, and help align data assets with enterprise goals while upholding security and

Qualifications

• Experience designing, developing, and implementing data lakes and relational/non-relational databases in Azure.
• Strong experience with Databricks and Oracle databases.
• Knowledge of data transformation, cloud integrations, and data security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, administer, and secure Azure databases and data lakehouse architectures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to optimize data workflows and governance.
• Mentor other architects and engineers; support disaster recovery planning and implementation.

Skills

Data architecture

Mentoring others

Cloud architecture

Data governance

Tools

Azure Databricks

Azure SQL

Oracle databases

Azure Data Factory

Azure CLI/PowerShell

CI/CD pipelines

Azure Monitor

PowerShell

Job description

The Minnesota Department of Information Technology Services (MNIT) is seeking an Azure Database Architect to support the modernization of the child welfare information system environment. You will design, implement, and secure Azure databases and data lakes, focusing on data lakehouse architecture and integrated reserves.

You will mentor other architects and database engineers, collaborate with DCYF and MNIT teams, and help align data assets with enterprise goals while upholding security and