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Job title - Senior Data Architect

Location - remote working flexibility - (occasional travel to customer sites)

Are you detail-oriented, creative, and enthusiastic about data? Do you like designing and implementing data frameworks (cloud, on premise and hybrid) ensuring data is accessible and secure? Do you enjoy working with multiple toolsets and have proven experience working with tools such as SQL Server, Oracle, Azure (all framework toolsets), AWS (all framework toolsets), Programming languages (Python/Scala/Java), ETL/ELT tools (SSIS/ODI/Snowflake), visualisation tools Tableau/PowerBI/Quicksight/OracleAnalytics)? Have you got a talent for understanding business needs and being able to envision the insights needed from our customers? Do you want to shape your world and change the way the world works? Do you want to collaborate and achieve together with committed people? This is your world and your opportunity to shape it for the better.

Shape your world

We are looking for a Data Architect. You will be able to design and build end to end frameworks (cloud and on premise), from data ingestion through to visualisation ensuring data is accessible and secure. You will work with our customers and data consultants to understand the full data project (the large picture), you will have a complete understanding of the different data sources the client needs to extract from (eg transactional, legacy systems, structured/unstructured, IoT) and how our customers wants/need to store this information including any security and governance rules that need to be followed. You will have a complete understanding of what the customer wants to get from this information, how often it needs to be collected and how they would like it to be presented (including any tool preferences they may have), once you have all the information needed you will have the knowledge and expertise to decide the best toolsets for the project (eg AWS, Azure, SAP, Oracle) and be able to design the solution end to end.

Your experience

• Complete understanding of available frameworks (including pros and cons for each).

• Complete understanding of which applications and systems work well together, and which do not.

• Complete understanding of best design principles for Data Lakes, Databases and Data Warehouses.

• Complete understanding of ETL/ELT Pipeline tools available (including custom pipelines, custom scripts and custom APIs).

• The ability to ensure that designs adhere to client governance rules.

• The ability to allow data scientist to extract/ingest data and allow for machine learning packages to be included in pipelines (Data Bricks, Synapse Analytics, Sagemaker).

• Knowledge of multiple visualisation tools cloud and on premise (including servers needed, installation and cost) and how they interact with different frameworks including security and access (Active Directory/Kerboros/IAM/Tickets).

• Knowledge and experience of building your data solutions in cloud-based frameworks (Azure, AWS and Google).

• Experience pulling information from using unstructured data sources such as Excel, Work Documents, text files and PDFs.

• Knowledge of open-source tools and frameworks/licenses (eg Apache, GNU, MIT)

• Full understanding of server management, firewalls, IIS, HTTP protocols, Docker, setting up VMs, operating systems, including UNIX, Linux, Solaris, and MS Windows.

Shape your world and achieve together

We want the best people on our team, so we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. The role may demand some travel and flexibility to meet clients and to drive performance, within a culture of respect for professional and private commitments. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all.

If you want to work alongside people with different ideas, in an inclusive business, that will welcome you and support you, come and co-create the future at Fujitsu.

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#Shapeyourworld

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Data and Solutions Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of data architecture principles, with expertise in ETL/ELT processes, data governance, cloud platforms, frameworks, and programming languages. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing cutting-edge data solutions that drive business success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable data architecture solutions.

• Design and implement ETL/ELT processes to efficiently extract, transform, and load data from various sources into our data warehouse or data lake.

• Establish and enforce data governance policies and procedures to ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all data assets.

• Evaluate and recommend appropriate cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) based on project requirements and organizational goals.

• Architect data solutions using industry-leading frameworks and technologies, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.

• Lead the implementation of data pipelines and workflows, leveraging automation and orchestration tools to streamline processes.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior members of the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

• Stay abreast of emerging trends and advancements in data architecture, cloud technologies, and programming languages, and incorporate them into our solutions where applicable.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, analysts, and software developers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet business objectives.

• Act as a subject matter expert on data architecture best practices, providing guidance and support to internal teams and clients as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience as a data architect or solutions architect, with a focus on designing and implementing complex data solutions.

• Expertise in ETL/ELT processes, including data extraction, transformation, and loading.

• Strong understanding of data governance principles and experience implementing data governance frameworks.

• Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, with hands-on experience deploying and managing data solutions in a cloud environment.

• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, SQL, or Scala.

• Experience with data modeling, database design, and optimization techniques.

• Experience with visualization tools such as Power BI, QuickSight, Tableau, Qlik.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.

• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus.

• Knowledge and experience with open-source tools and implementations such as Apache Kafka, Spark, Hadoop.

Requisition ID : 21249