Technology Architect (Synapse, Cosmos DB, Data Bricks, PySpark)- JHB- up to R1.25mil CTC

E-Merge; South Africa; Sur place; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 250 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

E-Merge is seeking an experienced Technology Data Architect to lead design, governance, and evolution of enterprise-grade data platforms within Azure. The role shapes cloud-native data architectures to enable secure, scalable, and high-performing data solutions, supporting growth, innovation, and compliance.

You will drive data modernisation, champion best practices in cloud architecture, and deliver data platforms powering analytics and BI across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in IT/CS/Data Science or related field.
• 7+ years of Enterprise Data Architecture experience with Azure.
• Experience with Azure Data Factory and Databricks.
• Strong knowledge of data modelling, integration, and governance.

Responsabilités

• Architect and implement enterprise-scale data platforms on Microsoft Azure.
• Design secure, scalable, cost-effective cloud-native data architectures.
• Lead migration of legacy data environments to Azure-based platforms.
• Establish data modelling standards across conceptual, logical, and physical models.
• Define and govern data lifecycle, security, metadata, lineage, and compliance (POPIA/GDPR).
• Enable enterprise reporting and analytics via Power BI and Azure Analysis Services.
• Provide architectural guidance for data-driven applications and enterprise integrations across Microsoft technologies.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines, Terraform IaC, Azure Data Factory, and automated data workflows.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to align technology with strategic objectives.

Connaissances

Enterprise Data Architecture

Data Governance

Regulatory Compliance

Cloud Architecture

Stakeholder Collaboration

Analytics & BI

Formation

Relevant Degree in IT/CS/Data Science or related field

Outils

Azure SQL

Azure Synapse Analytics

Azure Data Lake

Azure Cosmos DB

Azure Databricks

PySpark Notebooks

Power BI

Azure Data Factory

Dataverse

Terraform

Description du poste

Our client is seeking an experienced Technology Data Architect to lead the design, governance, and evolution of enterprise-grade data platforms within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. This is a strategic role responsible for shaping cloud-native data architectures that enable secure, scalable, and high-performing data solutions while supporting business growth, innovation, and regulatory compliance.

Working closely with the Enterprise Solutions Architect and cross-functional technology teams, you will drive data modernisation initiatives, champion best practices in cloud architecture, and deliver robust data platforms that power analytics and business intelligence across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement enterprise-scale data platforms using Microsoft Azure technologies including Azure SQL, Azure Synapse, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Data Lake, Azure Databricks, PySpark Notebooks, and Dataverse
• Design secure, scalable, resilient, and cost-effective cloud-native data architectures
• Lead the migration of legacy data environments to modern Azure-based platforms
• Establish data modelling standards across conceptual, logical, and physical data models
• Define and govern data lifecycle, security, metadata, lineage, and compliance in line with POPIA and GDPR requirements
• Enable enterprise reporting and analytics through Power BI, Azure Analysis Services, and Azure Machine Learning
• Provide architectural guidance for data-driven applications and enterprise integrations across Microsoft technologies
• Implement CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform), Azure Data Factory, and automated data workflows
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, developers, analysts, and business stakeholders to align technology with strategic objectives

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant Degree in IT, Computer Science, Data Science, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of Enterprise Data Architecture experience, with expertise in Azure SQL, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Azure Data Lake.
• 5+ years of experience within the Insurance industry.
• Proven experience designing and implementing Azure-based cloud and hybrid data solutions using Azure Data Factory and Databricks.
• Strong knowledge of data modelling, data integration, and enterprise data management using Cosmos DB and Dataverse.
• Experience developing reporting and analytics solutions using Power BI.
• Solid understanding of data governance, security, POPIA, GDPR, and regulatory compliance requirements.

The Reference Number for this position is NG61496 which is a Permanent, Hybrid role in Sandton, Johannesburg offering a salary of up to R1.25mil per annum salary negotiable based on experience.