Lead Data Architect

Anblicks; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Lead Data Architect to spearhead the design and implementation of innovative data platform solutions. This role emphasizes expertise in Azure-based architectures and data governance, ensuring alignment of data strategies with business goals. You will guide engineering teams, establish frameworks for data quality, and support DevOps practices for seamless deployments. If you are passionate about leveraging data to drive business success and have a proven track record in data architecture, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data architecture, with Azure expertise.
• Strong knowledge of modern data architecture patterns.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of lakehouse architectures.
• Define best practices for data governance and identity management.

Skills

Azure Data Architecture

Data Governance

CI/CD Practices

Stakeholder Communication

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Azure Data Factory

Purview

Entra ID

Job description

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We are seeking a Lead Data Architect to define, design, and guide the implementation of scalable, secure, and future-proof data platform solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Azure-based architectures, including lakehouse models and data governance tools, and will be responsible for aligning data strategies with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the design and implementation of Microsoft Fabric-based lakehouse architectures
2. Define best practices for ingestion, transformation, data governance, and identity management
3. Lead architectural planning, stakeholder alignment, and solution roadmapping
4. Establish frameworks for data quality, lineage, tagging, and compliance
5. Support DevOps practices for automated deployments and CI/CD pipelines
6. Guide engineering teams on best practices for CI/CD, metadata tagging, and Medallion architecture

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in data architecture, with at least 2–3 years on Azure and Microsoft Fabric
• Strong knowledge of modern data architecture patterns (e.g., medallion, lakehouse)
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Purview, Entra ID, and RBAC
• Proven leadership in cross-functional project delivery and stakeholder communication

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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