Cloud Data Architect

PEOPLECERT; Kentucky; Remote; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education technology firm seeks a Cloud Data Architect to support data-driven decision-making. The role involves building and maintaining scalable data warehouses on Microsoft Azure and requires proven experience with Azure technologies and ETL processes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's/Master's degree in a related field and strong technical skills. The position offers a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Two free vouchers for certifications per year

Learning opportunities in a global environment

Complimentary coffee and tea

Dynamic work atmosphere

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cloud Data Architect, Data Engineer, or Software Developer.
• Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT tools and advanced T-SQL skills.
• Azure Data certifications (e.g., DP-203) highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Build, implement, and maintain scalable Enterprise Data Warehouses and Data Lakes.
• Design and orchestrate Azure Data Factory pipelines for ELT workloads.
• Monitor and optimize data architecture performance.

Skills

Microsoft Azure

ETL/ELT tools

Data Science workflows

Python

T-SQL

Power BI

Advanced computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Azure Data Lake

SSIS

Azure Synapse

Databricks

Job description

Are you interested in working with a leading education technology player, the global leader in the assessment and certification of professional skills industry with a presence in more than 200 countries worldwide? If so, this is the chance to apply now!

PeopleCert is looking for a Cloud Data Architect to join the relevant team and support data driven decision making of the organization by developing the appropriate corporate data warehouse/s, corporate data lake/s, cubes for self-service reporting, and advanced analytics & AI deliverables.

As a Cloud Data Architect, your tasks will include the following:

• Build, implement, and maintain scalable Enterprise Data Warehouses (EDW) and Data Lakes on Microsoft Azure, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and cloud best practices.
• Design and orchestrate Azure Data Factory pipelines for ELT workloads, integrating diverse data sources such as CRM, ERP, Call Center systems, multimedia streams, and custom applications.
• Apply Data Democratization Techniques to ensure secure, scalable, and governed access to data across the organization, enabling self-service analytics and informed decision-making.
• Lead and support Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives to ensure consistency, accuracy, and accountability of key business entities across systems.
• Work closely with DMO team members to design cloud-optimized data models, data flows, BI reports, and AI/ML solutions.
• Monitor and optimize data architecture performance, ensuring cost-efficiency and continuous improvement in cloud resource utilization.
• Stay current with Azure advancements and recommend architectural enhancements to improve scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Provide training and mentorship to DMO members on cloud-native data architecture and implementation best practices.
• Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date documentation of the cloud data architecture.

What we look for:

• Proven experience as a Cloud Data Architect, Data Engineer, or Software Developer, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure technologies (e.g., Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse, Azure Databricks).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Business Management, or a related field.
• Azure Data certifications (e.g., DP-203) are highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT tools (e.g., Azure Data Factory, SSIS) and advanced T-SQL skills.
• Familiarity with Power BI, SSAS Tabular, and DAX is a plus.
• Exposure to data science workflows, including Python, Jupyter Notebooks, and Databricks, is advantageous.
• Strong commitment to quality, delivery timelines, and collaborative teamwork.
• Excellent knowledge of English (C2 level certification desired; LanguageCert C2 LTE or C2 IESOL certificate would be a plus). Extra languages desired.
• Advanced computer literacy is required. ECDL Advanced level certification is desirable.
• Knowledge in Fabric will be considered as a plus.

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Work in an international, dynamic and fun atmosphere
• Two free vouchers for all certifications from PeopleCert's Portfolio per year for all employees
• Complimentary coffee and tea in all our premises
• Huge learning experience in using best practices and global environment
• Constant personal and professional development

About PeopleCert is a global leader in assessment and certification of professional skills, partnering with multi-national organizations and government bodies for the development & delivery of standardized exams. Delivering exams across 200 countries and in 25 languages over its state-of-the-art assessment technology, PeopleCert enables professionals to boost their careers and realize their life ambitions.

Quality, Innovation, Passion, Integrity are the core values which guide everything we do. Our offices in UK, Greece, and Cyprus boast a culture of diversity, where everyone is different, yet everyone fits in. All of us at PeopleCert are committed to the reflection of the diversity and inclusion of our customers and the communities in which we do business.

Working on Home Office (HO) Secure English Language Tests (SELTs) Any person who is engaged by PeopleCert to work on the SELT service must undergo a Background Check (the results of which must be acceptable to PeopleCert and the HO) prior to commencing their SELT duties. All SELT personnel will be required to complete a declaration (provided by PeopleCert) where the existence of any criminal record and/or bankruptcy must be declared.

Background checks information for the SELT service in the UK and worldwide is as described. If personnel are required to speak to SELT candidates they must be appropriately skilled in English and, where SELT services are provided outside the UK, the official language of the relevant country.

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.