Sr. Data Architect (Fully Remote)

GoFasti; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GoFasti is seeking a senior data engineer to own the lakehouse architecture and lead migrations to Databricks for a global client. This remote role is based in Latin America, offering exposure to world-class data platforms and cross-functional collaboration.

You will design scalable pipelines, govern data with Unity Catalog, and drive infrastructure as code with Terraform while mentoring junior engineers and shaping architecture across cloud environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data engineering, with 5+ years using Databricks and Spark.
• Strong Python, PySpark, SQL skills and cloud experience.
• Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable pipelines and implement data governance with Unity Catalog.
• Design infrastructure as code with Terraform and drive FinOps.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and advise on architecture.

Skills

Data engineering

Python

PySpark

SQL

Cloud platforms

Communication skills

Mentoring

Architecture design

Spark

Databricks

Tools

Databricks

Terraform

Job description

• This remote role is based in Latin America, working with a global client.
• You will own the lakehouse architecture and lead migrations to Databricks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design scalable pipelines and implement data governance with Unity Catalog.
• Manage infrastructure as code with Terraform and drive FinOps practices.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and advise on architecture.

Requirements:

• 10+ years in data engineering, including 5+ years with Databricks and Spark.
• Strong Python, PySpark, SQL, and cloud experience; excellent communication skills.

GoFasti

GoFasti is a Talent-as-a-Service that connects world-class developers and designers from Latin America with companies worldwide. The company emphasizes remote work and continuous learning, seeking proactive and detail-oriented professionals.