DATA ARCHITECT / SOLUTION ARCHITECT

* Industry: Data Architecture / Enterprise Data Architecture / Data Solutions Architecture

* Work Setup: Onsite

* Start Date: ASAP 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

* At least 1 year of relevant experience in Data Architecture, Enterprise Data Architecture, or a closely related architecture role.

* Strong background in Data Architecture, particularly in designing and implementing enterprise data solutions.

* Hands-on experience and proficiency in SQL and database architecture, including data modeling and database design.

* Mandatory hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and its data platform capabilities. Microsoft Fabric experience is an advantage.

* Knowledge of Data Warehouse/Lakehouse Architecture, ETL/ELT processes, and data integration.

* Understanding of APIs, application integration, data governance, data security, and data quality.

* Ability to define data architecture standards, integration patterns, and technical design frameworks.

* Experience reviewing technical designs and providing architectural guidance to engineering teams.

* A strong architectural background is required. Prior experience managing or leading engineering teams is not mandatory.

* Open to candidates from BPO and non-BPO industries. Industry background is not a restriction, provided candidates have hands-on experience in Data Architecture, SQL, and Microsoft Azure.

* Must be willing to work on-site in EDSA Greenfield, on a night shift schedule, with possible weekend work.

* Must be available to start ASAP or within the required hiring timeline.

 TOP 3 NON-NEGOTIABLE TECHNICAL SKILLS

* Data Architecture – Strong understanding of enterprise data architecture, data modeling, and data platform design.

* SQL – Proficiency in SQL, database architecture, and data management.

* Microsoft Azure – Hands-on experience with Azure data and cloud architecture. This is mandatory.

ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL SKILLS

* Data Warehouse / Lakehouse Architecture

* ETL/ELT and Data Integration

* APIs and Application Integration

* Data Governance, Data Lineage, and Data Quality

* Cloud Architecture, Security, and Data Privacy

* Microsoft Fabric

* Architecture Documentation and Design Patterns

 PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS (NOT MANDATORY)

* Azure Solutions Architect Expert / AZ-305

* TOGAF or equivalent architecture certification

* DAMA/CDMP or similar data management certification

* Microsoft Fabric certifications

INDUSTRY BACKGROUND

* BPO experience is NOT mandatory.

* Candidates from BPO and non-BPO industries are acceptable.

* Open to candidates from IT, technology, consulting, banking, financial services, shared services, and other industries.

* The primary consideration is hands-on experience in Data Architecture, SQL, and Microsoft Azure.

* Candidates with AWS or Google Cloud experience alone will not qualify. Microsoft Azure experience is mandatory.

 IMPORTANT HIRING NOTES

* Prioritize candidates specializing in Data Architecture rather than purely Solution Architecture.

* Strong individual contributors with solid architecture experience are acceptable.

* Engineering team management or people leadership experience is not required.

* Certifications are preferred but not mandatory.