Data & Analytics Architect

$125,000 - $180,000/Yr

Smartbridge - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cloud Data & Analytics Architect at Smartbridge is responsible for designing and implementing innovative data solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders, leading technical projects, and mentoring teams to drive business development in cloud data and analytics. The architect will leverage hands-on expertise to address business challenges through effective data architecture and integration solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to design and deliver Azure-based solutions.
• Act as a hands-on data architect, responsible for both building and designing cloud data solutions.
• Design and implement data & analytics solutions using Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Databricks.
• Guide teams in deploying cloud data warehouses, data lakes, and integration solutions.
• Create and develop data pipelines, ETL processes, and engineering solutions using Azure tools.
• Lead technical assessments for data projects and create detailed proposals and estimates.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and upskilling to teams in cloud data solutions.
• Support and drive business growth by identifying new opportunities in data & analytics.
• Lead on-premises data warehouse migration efforts to Azure.
• Design and implement Azure DevOps pipelines for CI/CD in data solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high-quality solution delivery.

Requirements

• Broad knowledge of the Microsoft Azure cloud platform, including experience in data architecture, security, and networking.
• Experience with cloud data warehouses and data lakes (Azure Synapse, Snowflake).
• Expertise in cloud data integration/processing (Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Spark).
• Ability to roll up your sleeves and actively participate in solution development.
• Understanding of data science tools, machine learning, and analytics models.
• Proven track record in project leadership and stakeholder engagement.
• Full lifecycle experience in data & analytics solutions using Agile methodologies.
• Experience with Azure DevOps design and implementation.
• Prior experience with migrating on-premises data warehouses to Azure.
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable with both large and small audience presentations.

Benefits

• 100% Paid Healthcare Insurance
• Paid Days Off starting from Day 1
• Bonus opportunities with certifications earned
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Matching 401K Retirement Plan
• Mentoring Program
• Team Events