Azure Data Platform Architect

The Azure Data Platform Architect is responsible for designing, building, and scaling the organization’s Azure-based cloud and data ecosystem. This role owns the end‑to‑end Azure architecture—from core cloud foundations through data platforms, analytics, and BI—supporting the organization’s transition from on‑premise systems to a modern Azure-first architecture.Key ResponsibilitiesAzure Cloud & Platform ArchitectureArchitect and design Azure-first cloud environments, including landing zones, identity, security, networking, storage, and governance foundationsLead on‑prem to Azure migration strategy, including workload assessment, platform design, and phased modernizationDefine architectural standards for deploying, scaling, and securing workloads across cloud and hybrid environmentsProvide technical leadership on Azure services spanning infrastructure, data, integration, and analyticsData Platform & Analytics ArchitectureDesign and build enterprise data platforms across Azure services, including lakehouse, warehouse, and analytics layersDefine standards for data ingestion, transformation, storage, and access using Azure-native and cloud-based servicesEstablish architectural patterns for batch, streaming, and API‑based integrationDevelop a long‑term roadmap for lakehouse, warehouse, and semantic models, with emphasis on scalability and performanceArchitect and support Microsoft Fabric / Fabric Connect and related Azure analytics services as part of the reporting ecosystemEnable enterprise reporting and BI platforms (e.g., Power BI), while downstream analysts execute and manage reportsGovernance, Security & ScalabilityEnsure platform architecture aligns with governance, security, regulatory, and compliance requirements (e.g., NERC/FERC preferred but not required)Embed security, access control, metadata, and lineage capabilities into Azure and data platform designsPartner with governance and data engineering teams to operationalize architectural standards and best practicesFuture-State Data Architecture (as the platform matures)Contribute to the long-term vision for data domains and master data architecture, recognizing this as a later-phase capabilityDefine integration patterns between source systems, analytics platforms, and future data management solutionsQualificationsRequired5+ years of experience in Azure architecture, cloud architecture, or senior data engineering roles with strong Azure ownershipHands-on experience designing and building Azure cloud environments, not just consuming existing onesStrong understanding of Azure-native data and analytics services and modern data architecture patternsExperience designing scalable, secure data platforms (lakehouse, warehouse, analytics ecosystems)Solid grasp of enterprise and cloud integration patterns (batch, streaming, APIs)Ability to think in platforms and roadmaps, not just tools or projectsPreferredExperience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Databricks, or Snowflake in cloud-first environmentsExperience supporting enterprise BI and semantic models (Power BI, Tableau, Looker)Exposure to data governance practices, metadata management, and regulatory environmentsExperience collaborating with security, infrastructure, and governance teams in regulated industries